Jayati De Cruz

Approaches that suit online therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and building trust. It gives people a space to talk at their own pace and helps the counsellor understand what matters most to the client. This approach is useful for people who need acceptance and clear support while they sort out feelings.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions connect. It uses simple exercises and small experiments to change unhelpful thinking and behaviour. This approach often helps with anxiety, low mood and coping with life changes.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches practical ways to notice the present moment without getting overwhelmed. Short mindfulness practices can reduce stress and help with sleep and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jayati will discuss goals, preferences and what feels comfortable, then adapt methods together. The process is collaborative and may include a mix of listening, practical tasks and brief exercises between sessions.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when time and travel are limited. Phone sessions and live chat can be quicker or use less bandwidth, while text-based messaging lets people check in between appointments. These options help therapy fit around work, family and daily life.