Amanda Cooper, NCPS

Amanda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on identifying root causes and changing unhelpful patterns. Narrative and metaphor work helps people reframe negative thoughts by exploring the stories they tell about themselves and their experiences. This can be useful for anxiety, low self-esteem and stuck relationship patterns.

She also uses trauma-focused recovery methods to address phobias and the lasting effects of traumatic events by working carefully through memories and triggers. These methods aim to reduce the power of distressing memories and improve day-to-day functioning for people affected by past events.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process. Amanda will work with each person to find methods that match their needs, goals and preferences, and will adapt the plan as therapy progresses to ensure a good fit.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging to increase flexibility. Video sessions are useful for face-to-face conversation, phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited, and messaging lets people have shorter check-ins or a written record of the discussion. These options help people fit therapy around work, family and health commitments while still accessing the same therapeutic work.