Collette Duffin, NCPS

Collette Duffin is a therapist motivated by a deep commitment to personal growth and to helping others navigate difficult life moments. She brings a practical, results-focused approach to her work, tailoring interventions to each person and drawing on current research to inform her practice. Collette holds NCPS, a professional registration that indicates formal training and adherence to recognised standards in counselling and psychotherapy, and she has six years of experience in the field.

Her practice is informed by a personal understanding of anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem challenges, and this lived perspective helps her connect with people who are seeking meaningful change. Collette creates a warm, welcoming environment where individuals can explore their experiences, learn practical skills, and receive psychoeducation that supports new ways of coping and growth.

Collette aims to facilitate clients on a journey toward greater wellbeing by working collaboratively to set goals and apply strategies that fit each person’s life. She welcomes people who are ready to start change and invites prospective clients to reach out so they can begin building a new chapter together.

Approaches for online therapy and therapeutic fit

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where people want to build a more value-driven life rather than be led by avoidance.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying and gently challenging unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, then teaching practical skills to reduce distress and improve coping. It is commonly used for anxiety, low mood, and many everyday difficulties.

Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where the therapist supports personal insight and self-directed change. This approach helps people explore their experiences at their own pace and build self-esteem and resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Collette will collaborate with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from registered professionals without travel, and they allow people to choose the format that fits their life and communication preferences.