Hilary Jiggins , BACP

Hilary Jiggins is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and sexual intimacy concerns. She aims to keep things straightforward so you know what to expect from therapy. Sessions focus on practical steps and understanding what matters to you right now.

Hilary uses an integrative approach that draws on evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) alongside humanistic, client-centred ways of working. She explains ideas plainly and adapts techniques to the person in front of her. If practical tools feel unhelpful, she offers creative alternatives and avoids unnecessary jargon.

Her background includes work with charities and community services, and she keeps up with current research and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidance to inform her suggestions. She will explain the reasoning behind any technique and invite questions so you can decide what suits you.

For some people short-term focused work is the right fit, aiming to reduce immediate distress and build coping skills. For others, Hilary offers longer-term psychotherapy to look at patterns, past experiences and relationships over time. She is open about when a different therapist might better meet someone’s needs and will refer on when appropriate.

Hilary holds BACP accreditation, has fifteen years of experience, and practises in the United Kingdom. Sessions are carried out in English and she works collaboratively to shape a plan that fits your life.

How these approaches work for online therapy

Hilary uses client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy to help people in practical ways. Client-centred work focuses on understanding your view and creating a compassionate space where you set the pace and priorities. It is helpful for building trust and talking through relational and identity concerns.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour and offers concrete tools to manage symptoms such as anxiety, panic or low mood. It often uses short exercises and behavioural changes to reduce distress and build coping skills.

Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Hilary treats that choice as a shared task and will discuss options with you based on your goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. She adapts techniques over time and checks in about how things are going so the plan fits your needs.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow more flexible scheduling. It can also support continuity of care when routines change, and many therapists adapt exercises and short check-ins to suit an online rhythm. Registered or accredited professionals will discuss what format best fits your circumstances during the first steps of working together.