Stuart McNaughton, BACP, NCPS

Approaches that suit online parenting support

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds shape current relationships and emotional responses. In online sessions this helps people notice patterns that affect parenting, intimacy and trust so they can try different ways of relating.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on being listened to and understood without judgement. It gives space to speak openly about feeling stuck and to explore values and goals at a steady pace, which can be especially useful when parents need a calm, non-directive space.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, or CBT, offers practical techniques to manage anxious thoughts and unhelpful behaviours. Online CBT tools and conversational exercises can help with sleep, stress, low mood and coping strategies between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stuart will collaborate with each person to identify what feels most helpful based on their needs and preferences. That might mean using skills-based CBT for specific problems or shifting to deeper exploration when questions about meaning or identity arise.

Online therapy makes it easier to fit counselling into busy lives. Video calls enable face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat or text-based messaging suit short, frequent exchanges or people who prefer writing. These options provide flexibility so people can choose what best matches their routine and comfort.