Collette Duffin, NCPS

Collette Duffin is a UK-based therapist and coach who focuses on supporting people through anxiety, trauma, self-esteem challenges, relationship and family difficulties, grief, depression, anger, and life transitions. With six years of professional experience, she takes a result-oriented, individualized approach that blends practical skills with compassionate support to help clients move toward meaningful change.

Collette draws on a range of evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, tailoring techniques to each person’s needs and goals. Her work emphasizes practical tools, psychoeducation, and skills-building so clients can manage symptoms, improve communication, and rebuild confidence over time.

Clients can expect a warm, welcoming environment in which Collette encourages honest exploration of life experiences and relationships. She balances empathy with structured strategies, aiming to foster personal growth while addressing immediate concerns. Collette also offers coaching-style support for clients seeking actionable steps alongside therapeutic care.

Collette holds the NCPS credential, a professional qualification that indicates formal training and competence in counselling and psychotherapy. She is committed to ongoing professional development and to partnering with clients to create sustainable change and improved wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Collette commonly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy into her online practice. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action - it can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. CBT emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and learning practical skills to change them - it is often effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps them access their own strengths and insights - this approach supports self-esteem, relationship concerns, and emotional processing.

Finding the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process. Collette works with each person to explore what fits their preferences, needs, and goals, and she adapts techniques over time to ensure the plan remains helpful and relevant.

Online therapy with Collette offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for discussing sensitive topics with licensed professionals and therapists.