Tracey Simeonova, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then move toward values-based actions that matter in day-to-day life. This approach can be useful for anxiety, low mood and patterns that limit choices. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and early patterns that shape how people connect now, helping with issues like abandonment, attachment struggles and recurring relational difficulties. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a warm, non-judgemental relationship where the counsellor listens closely and supports the person to find their own solutions and clearer self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tracey uses these methods collaboratively, tailoring techniques to the client's goals and preferences rather than applying a fixed model. She will discuss options and adjust the plan as progress is reviewed so the approach fits the person's needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone can be simpler when bandwidth is low, and text options suit short check-ins or people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to fit sessions around work, family or travel and to keep continuity when life changes.