Elizabeth Hughes, BACP

Elizabeth Hughes is a psychotherapist who focuses on helping people facing anxiety, depression and intimacy-related issues. She uses a calm, compassionate approach so clients can talk about difficult experiences. She works with stress, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief and relationship concerns, and also supports people with career pressures, ADHD and concerns about self-esteem.

Elizabeth places the relationship with the client at the centre of the work. She aims to build trust through empathy and non-judgement, creating space to look honestly at what is causing distress. That steady contact helps people feel able to try new ways of thinking and behaving.

In sessions she helps clients notice patterns in thinking and feeling. That often leads to practical steps - small experiments or changes to daily routines - that can reduce symptoms over time. She blends reflective conversation with goal-focused tools to make progress tangible.

Over nine years of practice she has supported people with a wide range of issues, including family and parenting stress, intimacy problems, sleep and eating difficulties, chronic illness and caregiver strain. Elizabeth is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

She offers online work from the United Kingdom and sees clients who are based internationally. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and choose a time that fits their schedule.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then take steps that align with what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and encourages small practical changes to reduce distress. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a warm, non-judgemental relationship so clients feel heard and can explore difficult topics at their own pace.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Elizabeth will talk with each person about what they want from therapy and adapt methods to suit their goals and preferences. That ongoing discussion means the plan can change as progress is made.

Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into everyday life, for example by avoiding travel and saving time in a busy day. Different online arrangements suit different needs, so confirm the exact session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for regular check-ins, focused problem-solving, and building momentum between appointments.