Yvonne Henry, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take small actions that match what matters to them. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy focuses on spotting patterns of thinking that feed distress and testing new, practical ways of responding. It often helps with sleep problems, low mood and anxiety by teaching specific skills to try between sessions.

Client-Centred Therapy gives time and space for someone to be heard without judgement. This approach is helpful when someone needs to explore feelings, build self-understanding and gain confidence in their own choices.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust them as progress is made.

Online sessions offer flexibility and fit different routines. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and shared visual cues. Phone work is simpler when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging suit people who prefer writing or need brief, ongoing support between calls. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving or travel.