About Patricia
Patricia Hayward helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger and major life changes. She also offers support around codependency, communication problems, jealousy, narcissism and building self-love. Patricia writes in a direct and understanding way and aims to make conversations simple and clear.
She works in a client-centred style that focuses on the person in front of her. Sessions are guided by what matters most to the individual, and she listens carefully before suggesting ways to move forward.
How Patricia works
That means time is spent talking through feelings, identifying patterns and finding small steps that feel manageable. Patricia has six years of professional experience in counselling and brings patience and respect to each session. She emphasises dignity and equal treatment for everyone who seeks help.
Her approach is gentle but practical, offering straightforward tools for coping and emotional regulation. People can expect conversations that are calm and grounded. Patricia aims to help clients untangle difficult emotions and improve everyday functioning.
Simple techniques for handling stress, breathing and pacing difficult conversations are commonly used. She practises in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. For those who prefer online work, she provides video, phone, chat and text formats.
The process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to therapist availability.
Patricia lists one way of working on the entry:
What Patricia works with
The areas below are the ones Patricia selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
Also listed
- Anger management
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Jealousy
- Narcissism
- Relationship issues
- Self-love
- Trauma and abuse
Training and background
| Register | BACP |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 6 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | United Kingdom |
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Online support options
How client-centred work translates to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on creating a space where the person feels heard and valued. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflecting feelings and helping the person make sense of their experiences. This approach suits people dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and relationship difficulties because it centres on the individual's perspective rather than imposing solutions. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist discusses options and adapts methods based on the client's needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process helps identify whether the client-centred style or a different emphasis is most helpful. Online sessions offer practical benefits for fitting therapy into a busy life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that is preferred, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, written reflection and flexible contact across the week. These formats make it simpler to keep continuity of care and to choose what feels most comfortable for each session.Start online instead of waiting
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