Kerry Perkins, NCPS

Client-Centred Therapy is about listening and following each person’s lead. The counsellor offers empathy and reflection so people can find their own solutions; this helps with loneliness, low self-worth and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions link together and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns; it is useful for anxiety, mood difficulties and managing stress.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Kerry will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. Over time the plan can be adjusted to fit what helps most, so therapy stays focused on real needs and day-to-day problems.

Online sessions give flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people use non-verbal cues and keep a session close to an in-person meeting. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Live chat and text-based messaging suit those who prefer typing or want to fit counselling around work or childcare. These options make it easier to keep continuity and access support from different locations while working with a registered or accredited professional.