Deborah Flett , NCPS

Deborah Flett is an adult pluralistic psychotherapist and counsellor with three years of experience working in adult services. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-harm, bereavement, career challenges, and the impact of neurological health issues on individuals and their families. Her practice also includes supporting people who have experienced physical or emotional abuse and those carrying wounds from childhood trauma.

Her therapeutic style is person-centred and client-led, grounded in pluralistic principles that allow for flexibility in method and pace. She uses a mix of processes and activities at different stages of therapy, inviting clients into a shared decision-making process about what will be most helpful. She combines humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioural perspectives to tailor work to each person’s needs, always approaching people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Deborah works collaboratively to clarify what clients want from therapy and to identify practical steps toward those goals. She holds NCPS, a professional counselling credential, and aims to support and empower people who are ready to take the difficult but hopeful first steps toward a more fulfilling life. She welcomes the opportunity to work with individuals committed to change and growth.

Approaches that guide online therapy and practical support

Deborah draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people online. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and developing psychological flexibility - it helps when worries, avoidance, or painful thoughts get in the way of living a meaningful life. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises an empathetic, non-directive relationship in which the client’s own insight and pace guide the work - it is useful for building self-understanding, self-esteem, and trust. CBT offers structured ways to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and is often effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Deborah works collaboratively with each person to determine what will fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She discusses options, adapts techniques as therapy progresses, and involves clients in decisions about how to proceed.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide practical flexibility for people balancing work, family, or mobility needs. These formats make it easier to maintain regular appointments, access support from home, and try different communication styles so therapy can fit into everyday life while remaining focused and effective.