Charlie Bassett, BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take small steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It is useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing different behaviours to reduce distress and build practical routines. It suits problems like anxiety, low mood and some patterns of anger. Client‑centred therapy prioritises a warm, non‑judgemental relationship so people can speak openly and find their own solutions; this approach supports exploration and long‑term change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Charlie will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and recommend methods that fit those aims. Together they track what helps and adjust the way they work if needed, so therapy stays practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers a range of session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging. Video calls are close to an in‑person meeting and suit deeper conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone wants to be off camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check‑ins, skill practice and flexible support between calls. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping the focus on progress and usable tools.