Sarah Labbett, BACP

Sarah often uses client‑centred therapy, which focuses on listening closely and offering a non‑judgemental space so people can find their own answers; this helps when someone needs support to make sense of feelings or values. She also uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which looks at how thoughts and behaviours interact and provides practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns; CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood and stress. Mindfulness therapy is used to teach simple attention and breathing practices that can reduce reactivity and help manage strong emotions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review what is helping and adapt methods as goals evolve. That collaborative process means techniques are chosen to fit the person’s needs, preferences and practical situation rather than imposed from the start.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen. Video calls let people see and hear each other for a more typical face‑to‑face feel. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Live chat and text‑based messaging allow shorter check‑ins or ongoing written reflection between sessions. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family or travel while keeping the focus on progress and practical steps.