Beverley Asforis, BACP

Integrative counselling combines elements from several evidence-based techniques and adapts them to each person. That might mean using cognitive approaches to notice and change unhelpful thoughts that drive anxiety, paired with practical behaviour-focused steps to reduce avoidance and increase confidence. It helps with stress, social anxiety and low mood.

When grief or relationship issues are central, a more relational focus is often used. This emphasises open conversation about feelings and patterns between people, and practical communication skills to rebuild connection or manage differences in desire and intimacy. It is useful for improving honesty and repair after conflict.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Beverley will listen to your needs, goals and preferences and will suggest ways of working that fit you. That decision is made together and may change as progress is made.

Online formats offer practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction when visual cues help, phone sessions work well if bandwidth is limited or for brief check-ins, and live chat or text messaging can suit people who prefer writing or want shorter, more frequent contact. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while still focusing on meaningful change.