Ellie Woodward, BACP

Ellie works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional understanding. One approach she commonly uses helps people recognise unhelpful thinking patterns and try different ways of responding to stress and anxiety. This approach can be useful for day-to-day worry and social anxiety by teaching clearer ways to cope.

Another strand of her work supports people through grief and loss by creating space to tell their story and find manageable ways to adjust. This kind of support concentrates on gentle pacing, emotional processing and practical steps for rebuilding routines and meaning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Ellie collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. She checks in regularly and adapts techniques based on what is helpful for the individual.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video allows face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be simpler to fit into a day, and chat or messaging suits shorter check-ins or ongoing written reflection. These formats aim to make therapy easier to fit around work, family and other commitments while keeping the focus on progress and practical coping skills.