Benjamin Ng

Therapeutic approaches you can access online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and take committed action toward their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression and coping with life changes by focusing on what matters rather than on stopping difficult feelings.

Psychodynamic work focuses on patterns that repeat across relationships and time. It helps people understand where certain reactions come from and how past experience shapes present behaviour, which can be useful for attachment, abandonment and family of origin issues.

Mindfulness-based approaches teach simple attention skills to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation. These practices can help with stress, compulsive behaviours and cravings tied to addiction or strong impulses.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Ben will talk with each person about goals, preferences and what feels most useful, and then tailor sessions accordingly. This is a collaborative process where therapy is adjusted as understanding grows.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls let people see non-verbal cues and build rapport, while phone sessions may suit those who need lower bandwidth or a quicker check-in. Live chat and text-based messaging can be used for shorter check-ins, paced reflection or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and different routines.