Elizabeth Hughes, BACP

Elizabeth Hughes is a UK-based psychotherapist who focuses on providing online therapy for people facing depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, domestic violence, trauma and abuse. With nine years of clinical experience, she has worked with a wide range of concerns that can erode motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and she aims to help clients rebuild those capacities.

Her practice centers on forming a trusting, compassionate therapeutic relationship. She cultivates a calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space in which clients can explore the issues that brought them into therapy. That relational foundation is used to support honest reflection and gradual change rather than quick fixes.

Through collaborative work clients gain clearer insight into how their thoughts and feelings influence behaviour and wellbeing. Over time this understanding supports the questioning of long-standing beliefs that no longer serve a person, and helps restore self-awareness, confidence and a greater sense of control. Improved resilience and coping skills are central aims of her approach.

Elizabeth is registered with the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and offers online sessions designed to fit into modern life. If someone feels ready to take the next step, she welcomes the opportunity to work alongside them on a journey toward recovery and self-awareness.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward a meaningful life, which can be helpful for anxiety, depression and managing life changes.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-judging relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while the client leads the pace and content of work. This approach is useful for rebuilding self-esteem, exploring relationship and family concerns, and processing trauma.

Elizabeth also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and gently challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours. CBT techniques can be practical for addressing symptoms of anxiety, low mood, and difficulties with sleep or eating.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Elizabeth works collaboratively with each person to decide what fits best with their needs, goals and preferences. She tailors interventions over time and supports clients in trying different strategies to see what works.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to receive consistent support around work, family life and other commitments. Registered professionals can provide structured, effective care through these formats while adapting to each client’s schedule and communication style.