Adam Wynterborn, BACP

How therapeutic approaches work online

Adam primarily uses person-centred work which focuses on listening, empathy and helping people identify their own goals. This approach is often helpful for stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship questions because it puts the person’s experience at the centre of each session.

He also draws on ideas from solution focused therapy, which concentrates on small, practical changes and next steps. This method suits people who want brief, goal-directed work and tools to try between sessions. Elements from hypnotherapy may be used as supportive techniques to help with relaxation and managing panic symptoms, where appropriate.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to decide which combination of methods fits their needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative discussion helps shape a personalised plan rather than a fixed programme.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, live chat lets people check in quickly, and text-based messaging is useful for short reflections between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments.