Behnam Abdevand, BACP

Online approaches and how they help

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them and then taking action toward what matters. It can be useful for anxiety, stress and low mood by encouraging small values-based steps. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it often helps with anxiety, depression and workplace stress. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, EMDR, is a method used to reduce the intensity of upsetting memories and related reactions for people who have experienced trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped or not helped in the past. Decisions about which methods to use are made collaboratively and can change as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option or fit into a short break. Live chat and text-based messaging support check-ins, written reflection or shorter, frequent contact. These options help people fit therapy around work, family and travel while keeping the focus on progress and everyday tools.