Tim McLoughlin, NCPS

Tim draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how past and current relationships affect feelings and behaviour; this can help when intimacy, trust or abandonment issues cause repeated patterns. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying practical changes to behaviour to reduce anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness techniques are used alongside these approaches to teach simple ways to steady attention and reduce stress in day-to-day life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tim will talk with each person about what feels most relevant and will test different methods together. He adapts tools and pacing to match needs, goals and personal preferences so the plan feels collaborative and realistic.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when connection speed permits. Phone sessions can be a lower-bandwidth option and suit a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging work well for brief reflections, ongoing support between sessions or when written communication feels easier. These options help people fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments.