Dr. Panayiotis Papahristopoulos

How his approaches translate to online therapy

Dr Papahristopoulos uses cognitive behavioural ideas that focus on changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour. This approach often involves setting practical goals, trying small experiments between sessions, and learning coping strategies for anxiety, low mood and OCD symptoms.

He also draws on psychodynamic perspectives which look at how past experiences shape current patterns. That work usually involves talking through personal history and noticing recurring themes in relationships and feelings. Systemic ideas help him consider family dynamics and how relationships influence wellbeing, which can clarify problems arising in blended families, adoption-related situations or caregiving roles.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options and adapt methods to the person's needs, goals and preferences rather than using a single fixed method. Together they decide what to try and review progress as therapy continues.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation across distances, phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a work break, while chat or messaging can work for brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into busy lives.