Jonathan Koleosho, BACP

How therapeutic approaches work online

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s own perspective at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens deeply and follows the client’s lead to build understanding and self-awareness, which can help with issues like low self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. It uses straightforward techniques to reduce anxiety and manage symptoms of depression and addictions by changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at recurring patterns and early influences that shape current feelings and relationships. It can be useful when someone wants to understand long-standing problems rather than only treat immediate symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try different methods together with the client. Decisions are based on the person’s goals, what they find helpful, and practical circumstances rather than on a fixed plan.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow for face-to-face conversation and clearer visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a busy day or use less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins or people who prefer writing over speaking. These formats make it easier to keep continuity and fit therapy into everyday life, while still working through the issues described above with registered or accredited professionals.