Hayley Mayer, ACA

Hayley Mayer is an ACA counsellor with 11 years of practical experience. She offers calm, respectful support for people feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self esteem or big life changes. Hayley aims to make the first step feel manageable and framed around what matters to each person.

Her sessions focus on clear conversation and practical direction. She listens for values and goals, then helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. The approach is collaborative and paced to suit individual needs.

Hayley draws on a mix of therapies to suit different problems. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people accept difficult feelings while choosing actions that fit their values. Attachment-based ideas are used when early relationship patterns affect current connections. Client-centred principles shape the room so people feel heard and respected.

She has worked across a broad range of concerns including infertility, grief and end-of-life issues, infidelity, jealousy, guilt and shame, and workplace stress. Hayley also supports people facing emptiness, midlife questions, life-purpose work and young adult transitions.

Conversations are tailored to each person’s situation and priorities. People who want straightforward support for managing anxiety, improving relationships or finding direction often find this approach useful. To start, readers can complete the site’s matching questionnaire and arrange a time that suits them.

How therapy approaches translate to online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that reflect what matters most. This approach is often useful for anxiety, stress and life-direction questions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence current connections and communication, which can help with relationship strain and feelings of insecurity. Client-Centred Therapy prioritises being listened to and respected, allowing people to lead the conversation while the counsellor follows their pace and priorities.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to identify which methods suit their goals and preferences. Expect a few sessions of exploration before settling on a clearer plan so sessions align with what the person hopes to achieve.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy life and reduced travel time. Because the therapist's session formats are not specified here, please confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online work helps maintain momentum between sessions and makes scheduling less disruptive to work or family routines.