Treena Rossiter, NCPS

Approaches in online counselling and what they do

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, listening relationship where the client guides what they want to work on; it is helpful for anxiety, low self-esteem and decision-making. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at recurring patterns and early influences that shape current reactions, which can be useful for relationship difficulties and feelings of emptiness. Hypnotherapy offers focused, guided attention to address habits, stress responses and emotional blocks when someone prefers that route.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most comfortable, and then tailor sessions to those needs. That way the method used can change as work progresses, depending on what helps most.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions work well for shorter check-ins or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging suit people who prefer typing or want flexible, on-the-go contact. These options help people access support from different locations and at different times, making it more practical to keep therapy going.