Lalida Puengklai, BACP

Approaches that guide online work and practical support

Lalida commonly uses evidence-based approaches that help people understand patterns and build new coping strategies. Person-centred work focuses on creating a warm, accepting space where people can talk through what matters and discover their own answers; this approach helps with self‑esteem and clearer decision-making. Attachment‑informed work looks at how early relationships shape current responses and can be useful for abandonment, jealousy and relationship difficulties. Mindfulness and compassion‑focused techniques teach simple practices to manage anxiety, hard emotions and self‑criticism by practising present-moment noticing and kinder self-talk.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process and usually happens together. The therapist will ask about your concerns, goals and preferences and then suggest methods that fit. Sessions can change over time as needs shift, and Lalida adapts approaches to suit each person rather than using a single method.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls give the closest match to in-person sessions and allow face-to-face connection. Phone sessions can be lower on bandwidth and easier to fit into a lunch break. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, ongoing reflection, or when someone prefers not to use video. These options increase flexibility and make it simpler to keep continuity of care while balancing daily commitments.