Katya Olateju, NCPS

Katya commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people identify what matters to them and make small changes aligned with those values. ACT works well for anxiety, depression and motivation problems by focusing on meaningful action rather than only changing thoughts.

She also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns affect current connections. This approach helps when intimacy, communication or recurring relationship difficulties are a concern. Alongside these, client-centred methods keep the conversation focused on the person’s needs and preferences, with the counsellor following the client’s lead and offering reflective support.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods suit their goals, daily routine and comfort level. That might mean mixing ACT, attachment ideas and mindfulness exercises until the right balance is found.

Online therapy here is offered by registered or accredited professionals using video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. Video suits more in-depth sessions and face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone wants a simpler check-in. Live chat or text messaging can fit brief coaching moments, ongoing reflection or people who prefer written conversation. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel.