Kathy Allatt, BACP

Therapeutic approaches for effective online support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and to commit to values-based actions that create a more meaningful life. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centred Therapy - also known as person-centred work - focuses on creating an empathic, nonjudgemental space where the client leads the pace and content of the work; it supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and emotional processing. Solution-Focused Therapy targets practical change by identifying strengths and small, achievable steps toward the client’s goals, which can be helpful when addressing specific problems like relationship or career challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kathy will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as the work progresses. The focus is on partnership and on finding what helps the individual move forward.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call or phone allow face-to-face conversation from home, while live chat and text-based messaging provide alternatives for those who prefer written communication or need shorter, more frequent check-ins. These options can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and other commitments, and help people access registered professionals regardless of location.