Dimitrios Charizanis, BACP, NCPS

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Existential Therapy in his work focuses on questions of meaning, choice and responsibility. Conversations can help when someone is struggling with life purpose, grief, or major transitions by clarifying values and options.

Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the centre. Sessions focus on listening, acceptance and following the client’s agenda so people feel heard and can make decisions at their own pace.

Psychodynamic Therapy looks at recurring patterns and past influences that shape current relationships and behaviour. This approach can be useful for attachment issues, guilt, shame and repeated relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods that match the client’s needs, goals and preferences, and can adapt over time as those needs change.

Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when travel is difficult. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins, ongoing reflection between sessions, or people who find writing helps them think more clearly.

Registered or accredited professionals can make flexible use of these formats, helping people fit therapy around work, caregiving and relocation while keeping the focus on progress and clear next steps.