Emma Pereira, NCPS

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It supports identifying personal values and taking small actions that match those values, which can help with anxiety, low mood and life changes.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on a non-judgemental, listening-based relationship. The counsellor reflects what the person says and helps them find their own answers, which can be useful for self-esteem, grief and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, panic attacks, mood problems and sleep difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Emma will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then try methods together to see what fits. The plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and screen-sharing of worksheets. Phone sessions suit people who need less bandwidth or prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for shorter check-ins or when a written reflection feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, study and family life, while keeping support consistent.