Malcolm Mitchell, BACP

Attachment‑based work looks at how early and current relationships affect emotions and behaviour. It helps people understand patterns that repeat in close relationships and can be useful for those who feel stuck in familiar ways of reacting. Client‑centred therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. It aims to create a supportive space where goals come from the person and sessions revolve around their priorities. Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and actions and uses practical steps to change unhelpful patterns; it often helps with anxiety, low mood and behaviour linked to addictions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and try different ways of working until the best fit emerges. This is a collaborative process based on your needs, goals and preferences, and adjustments can be made as therapy progresses.

Online sessions offer flexibility and accessibility. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation and clearer non‑verbal cues, while phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check‑in is needed. Live chat and text‑based messaging suit people who prefer writing to speaking or who want to check in between longer appointments. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel or family life while keeping the therapeutic focus.