Joanne Willmot, BACP

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on helping someone identify what matters to them and take practical steps in line with those values. It supports work on motivation and coping with difficult thoughts or feelings. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and includes structured exercises to test and change unhelpful habits. It often suits clear goal-setting and homework between sessions. Client-Centred Therapy gives the person space to be heard and understood, with the counsellor following the client’s lead and offering empathy rather than direction.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Joanne will work with each person to decide which methods feel helpful and adapt them as goals and needs change. This is a collaborative exploration rather than a fixed prescription.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, written reflection, or situations where typing feels more comfortable. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments while keeping the focus on progress and practical steps.