Abida Haroon, BACP

Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and understanding without judgement. It helps people talk through their worries, build self-acceptance and feel seen, which can be useful for anxiety, low mood and identity concerns.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy looks at patterns in relationships and strong emotions. It helps people understand how attachment and interaction shape difficulties, making it easier to change how they relate to others and themselves.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce rumination and manage stress. It can support sleep, eating and anxiety-related symptoms by helping people return to the present moment.

The therapist will work together with each person to decide which approaches suit their needs and goals. This is a collaborative process where methods are adapted over time based on what feels most helpful.

Online sessions can use video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is useful for a more face-to-face feel while phone calls can fit a short break or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging allow brief check-ins, ongoing reflection and flexibility around work or caregiving commitments. These options make it easier to attend therapy from different locations and at varied times, while keeping the focus on practical progress and emotional understanding.