Patrick Carter, BACP, NCPS

How Patrick’s approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy is about being heard and understood. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said and follows the client’s priorities. This helps with anxiety, low self-worth and relationship concerns by building trust and clarity.

Existential Therapy looks at meaning, choice and responsibility. It helps people facing life purpose questions, midlife concerns, or feelings of isolation to consider values and possible directions. Conversations focus on what matters most to the person and what choices feel authentic.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Patrick will work with each person to identify which ideas and techniques feel most helpful. He tailors sessions around the client’s goals and adapts the way of working as things change.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people use face-to-face style conversations from different places. Phone sessions suit those who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, ongoing support between sessions or when someone needs to fit therapy around a busy day. Registered or accredited professionals can provide these formats to make therapy easier to schedule and maintain.