Jacintha Canary

Approaches that suit online therapy and practical life needs

Client-centred therapy focuses on the person in front of the counsellor. It involves careful listening, reflection and helping people find their own solutions. This approach is useful for people who need space to make sense of feelings and choices.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention exercises and body awareness. It helps with anxiety, stress and staying present when emotions feel overwhelming. Solution-focused work concentrates on small, practical steps and building on what already works for someone, which can be helpful when the aim is short-term change.

Choosing the right approach is part of the journey. The counsellor will talk through goals, history and preferences and together decide whether to use person-centred listening, mindfulness exercises or solution-focused tasks. That collaborative planning can change as the work progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can fit around a busy day, and text or chat can work for brief check-ins or when someone prefers writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping the focus on practical progress.