Barry Golten, BACP

How therapeutic approaches meet online therapy

Internal Family Systems helps people recognise and talk to different parts of themselves. It invites curiosity about inner voices and can be useful for trauma, shame, relationship patterns and self‑criticism. The method focuses on building an inner observer and calming parts that carry pain.

Solution-focused ideas aim for small, practical steps that change day-to-day life. Instead of spending a long time analysing problems, this approach looks for what already works and how to do more of it. That can be helpful for stress, career choices and coaching around life direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and is decided together. The therapist will listen to your goals and preferences and suggest ways of working that fit those aims. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as progress is made.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation, phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging suits brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it simpler to fit sessions around work, family life or travel while still getting steady therapeutic support.