Jurgen Schwarz, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then choose actions aligned with their values; it can help with anxiety, depression and life transitions. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a non-judgemental, respectful relationship where the person sets the pace and direction, which is useful for people seeking understanding and emotional support. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and teaches practical techniques to reduce distress and change unhelpful habits.

Finding the right approach is often a collaborative process. Jurgen will talk with you about your needs, goals and preferences and suggest which methods seem most helpful. Over a few sessions you can see what feels effective and adjust the plan together to match what you want to achieve.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen. Video calls are close to in-person meetings and allow visual connection, while phone sessions can fit into a short break or use less bandwidth. Live chat or text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, ongoing support or when someone prefers writing to talking. These options make it easier to fit counselling into busy lives and to keep continuity when schedules or locations change.