Rebecca Armstrong, BACP

Approaches that guide online therapy

Rebecca uses well-established, evidence-based approaches that focus on clear thinking and practical change. One common method helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then learn small behavioural steps to test new ways of responding; this approach is helpful for anxiety, low mood and stress. Another strand focuses on processing past hurts and attachment difficulties by creating a safe therapeutic relationship and slowly making sense of painful events; this work can help with trauma, grief and relationship wounds.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist discusses goals and preferences, then suggests ways to proceed. That makes therapy a collaborative process where techniques are adapted as progress is made and needs change.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit different lifestyles. Video calls let people use face-to-face interaction when that matters. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a break at work. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to continue therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping the focus on practical change.