Michael Dodden, NCPS

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choosing small actions that reflect what matters to you; it can help with anxiety, low mood, and living with chronic stress. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns by teaching practical skills to manage anxiety, improve sleep, and handle executive difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the heart of the work, offering empathic listening and space to make sense of emotions and identity concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to match methods to your goals, needs, and preferences rather than imposing one style. That might mean combining ACT with CBT tools, or spending more time on empathic, client-centred conversation until you feel ready for practical skills.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving flexibility for different days and needs. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed, and messaging formats suit ongoing reflection or quick support between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family, and daily life while keeping the focus on clear, practical progress.