Janine Kennedy, NCPS

Janine blends client-centred counselling with cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness to support change. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening, empathy and helping people find their own solutions; it helps when someone needs a calm space to make sense of feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is commonly used for anxiety, low mood and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment noticing and simple practices to reduce reactivity and ease distress, which can help with rumination and emotional overwhelm.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, test what helps and adjust methods as work progresses. That gives room to try short problem-focused steps or deeper exploration depending on what the person needs and prefers.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video suits face-to-face style sessions, phone is useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat fits quick check-ins and messaging allows asynchronous reflection between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily routines while keeping the focus on practical progress.