Denise Mulcare, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts without being led by them and to commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and coping with difficult life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety, low mood and anger. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment attention and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Denise will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and then suggest a mix of methods that suit them. This is a collaborative process and plans are adjusted as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging, which makes it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare or travel. Phone calls can be a shorter check-in, video calls allow face-to-face conversation, and text or live chat can suit people who prefer to write and reflect between messages. These options give flexibility while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress for everyday life.