Counsellor profile
Fiona Hughes, BACP
Based in United Kingdom ยท 3 years of experience
Counsellor for anxiety, grief and relationships
Continue with FionaAt a glance
- Registration
- BACP, United Kingdom (405899)
- Qualifications
- BACP
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Details come from information Fiona supplied to BetterHelp.
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Relationship issues
About Fiona
BACP. Three years' professional experience. Fiona Hughes works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and depression. She also focuses on forgiveness, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, social anxiety and phobia. Sessions are described by her as a place to talk things through and find practical ways forward.
Fiona uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people make changes that fit their lives. She adapts conversations and plans to the concerns a person brings. That can mean short-term practical work for specific problems, or a longer process for deeper issues. Fiona aims to be straightforward and respectful in sessions so people can say what matters to them.
Her approach is collaborative. She listens to what is happening now and what someone hopes will be different. Together they set clear goals and check progress as therapy continues. Methods are explained in simple terms and shaped around everyday routines.
Fiona is based in the United Kingdom and offers counselling in English. She has three years of professional practice and holds BACP registration. Her background supports work on mood, grief and relationship concerns as well as anxiety and social fears.
For someone unsure where to start, she asks a few practical questions at first. That helps to agree on suitable steps and a way of working. People are invited to discuss frequency and pace so counselling fits with other commitments.
Approaches used and how online counselling works
Fiona describes her work as using evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help with everyday problems. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing it in real life to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach works step by step on practical coping strategies for grief, stress and relationship difficulties, helping people try new behaviours between sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Fiona discusses options with each person and decides together which methods fit their goals and preferences. She reviews progress and adjusts the work as needs change, so the plan stays relevant and useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. In general, counselling carried out at a distance can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caring or study commitments and reduce travel time. Some formats also let people choose shorter check-ins when that suits them better. Ask about the specific session types offered and how they might fit into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What difficulties does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief and depression, plus areas such as loneliness, life purpose and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical conversation to address current problems and set achievable goals.
How much experience does she have?
Fiona has three years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start counselling with her?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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