- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma-focused work
- Attachment perspectives
About Cheryl
Cheryl Hughes is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and also holds NCPS. She has five years' experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties. Her practice covers stress, grief, self-esteem, career concerns and issues related to sexuality and intimacy, including LGBT matters.
Cheryl offers straightforward talking therapy that focuses on the person in front of her. She uses a person-centred stance that encourages clients to speak openly about what feels painful or stuck. Sessions are calm and unhurried so people can work through difficult memories and strong emotions at their own pace.
Her background includes work with survivors of sexual abuse and with men experiencing historic abuse, alongside broader trauma-focused work. She also supports people coping with life changes, bereavement, and work-related pressures. The emphasis is on helping people make practical sense of their experience and find next steps they can try between sessions.
Cheryl draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how relationships shape current feelings and behaviours. She also uses trauma-focused methods when past events continue to affect day-to-day life. Existential perspectives are used to discuss meaning, values and choices when people feel lost or at a crossroads.
If someone is unsure what to expect, Cheryl will outline the session structure during the first contact. That initial conversation covers what might be talked about, likely goals and how future meetings could proceed. International clients are accepted and sessions are conducted in English.
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work looks at patterns in relationships and how early bonds shape current reactions. Online sessions can use this approach to understand connection, trust and difficulties in intimacy, which is useful for relationship worries and attachment issues.Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and helping the client lead the conversation. In an online setting this means sessions concentrate on what the person wants to talk about now, with the counsellor reflecting and clarifying to help decisions become clearer. It suits people who need space to sort out values, identity and career choices.
Trauma-focused therapy aims to address the impact of past events that still cause symptoms today. Online work can pace that process, allowing gradual processing and practical planning for responses to triggers and strong emotions.
Cheryl treats finding the right approach as a shared task. She will discuss options, try things for a few sessions and adjust based on what helps most. This is a collaborative process shaped by the client's aims and preferences.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make fitting sessions around study, early employment or care responsibilities easier, and it can reduce travel time and the need to rearrange a day. Practical choices such as shorter check-ins or not using video can be discussed to suit everyday schedules.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties, plus related concerns like grief, self-esteem and career stress.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is person-centred and calm, encouraging people to speak about difficult feelings and decide their own next steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years' experience working with trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression and related issues.
What professional credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds NCPS, and works from the United Kingdom.
Can people book sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
Yes, international clients are accepted; please check time zones when arranging sessions.
How do fees and payment work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to see her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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