Patricia Hayward, BACP

Patricia Hayward helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She also supports people facing relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, and life changes. Patricia is straightforward and calm in sessions, and she aims to make the first step feel less daunting for anyone worried about asking for help.

She works from a client-centred approach where the person in the room sets the pace. That means listening closely and reflecting back what she hears, rather than telling people what to do. She focuses on building trust and respect so people can explore feelings about codependency, communication problems, jealousy, narcissism and self-love at a rate that suits them.

Patricia has six years of experience working in the United Kingdom and holds BACP accreditation. She uses simple language in sessions and avoids clinical jargon so conversations stay clear and useful. The emphasis is on practical ways to cope and small steps that can change day-to-day life.

Sessions are aimed at helping people notice patterns, try new ways of relating to themselves and others, and manage strong emotions. Patricia believes making space for grief, anger or shame can reduce their intensity over time. She encourages realistic goals and regular check-ins to track progress.

For someone feeling overwhelmed, she offers steady support and realistic tools. The process starts by listening to what matters most to the client and shaping work around those priorities.

How a client-centred approach works online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening closely and responding to what a person actually says. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so people can make sense of their feelings and find their own solutions. This approach can be useful for stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and relationship worries.

Working out the right way to approach therapy is part of the work itself. The therapist will check in about what feels helpful and adapt the style to match a client's goals and preferences. That shared decision-making helps keep sessions relevant and practical.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into everyday life by removing travel time and allowing sessions around work or childcare. It also offers flexible ways to connect that can suit different needs, such as shorter check-ins when life is busy. The original biography did not list specific session formats, so please confirm which formats are offered before booking to be sure they match your situation.