Matthew "Matt" Redfearn

Therapeutic approaches you can access online

Client-centred therapy emphasises listening to your experience and following your lead. The counsellor reflects what matters to you and helps you uncover strengths you already have, which can be useful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship worries and life transitions.

Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions. It teaches practical techniques to recognise unhelpful thinking and to try different responses, which can help with anxiety, depression and stress management.

Solution-focused therapy looks for small, achievable changes that move you toward your goals. It is goal-oriented and often concentrates on what works now and how to do more of it, making it suitable for people who want clear steps and measurable progress.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will talk with you about your goals and preferences and together you will choose methods that fit. This collaborative process means plans can be adjusted as you progress.

Online sessions are offered by registered or accredited professionals using video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. Video lets you use visual cues and longer conversations, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and text options allow brief check-ins or written reflection. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping the focus on practical, evidence-informed methods.