Joel Burns, NCPS

How Joel blends talking therapies online

Joel often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. ACT focuses on identifying values and taking small committed steps that match those values, which can be useful for anxiety, avoidance and phobia-related goals.

He also draws on Client-Centred Therapy, which centres on listening closely and offering non-judgemental support. This approach helps people feel understood and build trust, and can be especially helpful when exploring grief, shame or attachment issues.

Joel uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to teach practical tools for managing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. CBT sessions commonly include simple strategies for anxiety, sleep and mood, and aim to give concrete skills people can use between sessions.

Finding the right fit is part of the process and Joel works collaboratively to decide which approaches suit each person. He discusses goals and preferences and adapts methods as therapy progresses so the work stays relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction when a fuller conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when less bandwidth or not being on camera matters. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for brief check-ins, ongoing support or when fitting therapy around a busy day. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to make regular progress without long travel times.