Patricia Hayward

Patricia Hayward is a counsellor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief and relationship difficulties. She also helps those dealing with trauma and abuse, anger, codependency, communication problems, jealousy and issues around self-love and narcissism. Patricia acknowledges that reaching out for help is a hard first step and aims to make that step feel respected and manageable.

Her approach is calm and person-focused. She listens without judgement and helps people talk through what's on their mind. Sessions are intended to be a space where clients can work at their own pace and bring what feels most important to them.

Patricia draws on Client-Centred Therapy, which keeps the person's experience at the heart of the work. This means she follows each person’s lead and offers support tailored to their needs. The method is often useful for emotional pain, relationship struggles and rebuilding self-worth.

She has six years of professional experience and holds BACP registration, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. Her background includes helping people through breakdowns and bereavement as well as everyday stresses.

People who come to Patricia can expect practical conversation, listening, and help to identify small steps forward. She encourages people to be honest about what they need and works collaboratively to set realistic goals.

How Client-Centred Work Adapts to Online Therapy

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own experience. The counsellor listens deeply, reflects what is said and follows the client’s priorities. This approach helps when someone needs support with self-esteem, grief, relationship issues or emotional overwhelm because it keeps the conversation centred on what matters to the client.

The same person-led approach applies to sessions conducted at a distance. The counsellor will work collaboratively to decide how to use sessions, what to focus on and which techniques feel most helpful. Finding the right fit is part of the process, and the therapist discusses goals, preferences and practical needs together with the client.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and can reduce travel time. It may also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or make it simpler to attend from a different location than usual. Registered or accredited professionals aim to adapt pacing and tools to each person’s situation so therapy can be practical and workable alongside daily commitments.