Diane Bailey , BACP

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on choosing actions that match personal values so life can feel more meaningful despite hard emotions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety, low mood and unhelpful habits. Emotionally-Focused Therapy supports people to identify and work with strong emotions that affect relationships and intimacy, helping them express needs and respond differently. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Diane will discuss goals and preferences with each person and try approaches that fit the issue and the client's pace. She often blends techniques so sessions feel relevant and useful rather than rigidly following one method. Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people use face-to-face interaction without travel. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or for a quick check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging suit short updates, emotional support between sessions or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while keeping the focus on progress and practical change.