Ina Thomson, BACP

Ina describes her work as human-centred and uses techniques that look at thinking patterns and the body's response to stress. One common method focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviour patterns to reduce anxiety and panic attacks. This helps people notice unhelpful thinking and try small experiments to change it.

Another strand of her work looks at the nervous system and how strong emotional reactions get triggered by past overwhelming events. Sessions often involve recognising those triggers, learning simple regulation strategies and practising steadier responses to stress and trauma symptoms.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Ina will work collaboratively to decide whether a gentler listening approach or a more structured plan with tools and goals fits best. The choice will depend on the person's needs, aims and preferences and can be adjusted over time.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can suit people with lower bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging can be used for brief check-ins or when writing feels easier. These options make therapy easier to fit around work, family life and busy schedules, while still allowing regular, focused contact with a registered professional.