Rupert Crockett, NCPS

Rupert commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EMDR alongside mindfulness in online work. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviours to reduce anxiety or low mood, often with practical exercises between sessions. EMDR is an approach that helps process distressing memories so they feel less overwhelming, and it can be adapted for remote sessions with guided eye movements or alternative attention tasks. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to lower reactivity and improve sleep. Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will talk through your goals and try an approach that fits your needs and preferences. If something does not feel right, alternatives or a mix of methods can be explored together. Online therapy offers flexibility for people with busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation without travel, while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging suit those who prefer writing or want to send updates between sessions. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, childcare or other commitments and to continue work when travel or location changes would otherwise interrupt progress.