Ina Thomson, BACP

Approaches that guide online sessions

Ina works from a humanistic perspective that emphasises a person's strengths and capacity for growth, offering a respectful space to talk through concerns and build self-awareness. This approach can help with issues like low self-esteem, feeling stuck and finding life purpose.

She also uses techniques that challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviour patterns, often described as cognitive-based methods. These techniques break problems into manageable steps and are useful for anxiety, panic attacks and managing stress.

Another focus is on understanding how the nervous system reacts to stress and trauma. Ina helps people identify triggers, notice their bodily responses and practise simple regulation strategies to reduce overwhelming reactions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide whether reflective, strengths-based work, practical cognitive techniques or nervous-system regulation will best match their goals and comfort level. Plans are adjusted as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by registered or accredited professionals and can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls suit deeper conversations and visual connection. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text messaging can be helpful for brief reflections, day-to-day support or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, childcare and busy days.