Carey Buchanan, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being overwhelmed by them. It focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that point towards a more meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical tools to reduce anxious or depressive patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationship patterns affect present connections and helps people build more supported ways of relating.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that fit your situation. Together you will review what helps and adjust the approach as needed so the work matches your pace and aims.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow fuller conversations and face-to-face interaction, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can suit busier days. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for short check-ins, ongoing notes, or when you want to reflect between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, family life or irregular schedules, while keeping the focus on making steady progress.