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Lisa Hughes, BACP

Lisa Hughes is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood and challenges linked to relationships and past trauma.

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About Lisa

Lisa Hughes is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood and challenges linked to relationships and past trauma. She uses straightforward language and a calm manner to help people feel understood. Lisa highlights self‑esteem, confidence and motivation as common areas she helps with.

She works as an integrative counsellor and combines different evidence-based techniques to match each person’s needs. That means sessions can focus on thought patterns, emotional regulation, behaviour change or practical coping skills depending on what feels most useful.

Background and approach

Lisa also pays attention to issues such as body image, abandonment fears, chronic illness and isolation. With three years of professional experience and BACP registration, she brings a practical, down-to-earth approach. She aims to build a warm, non‑judgemental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through.

Lisa describes the first steps as an act of courage and treats them with care. She balances her clinical work with a role as a wellbeing officer, which informs a rounded view of how daily life and health interact. Lisa checks messages regularly and replies in a timely way during the working week.

She does not work at weekends so messages sent then will usually be answered on Monday. Sessions can focus on short-term goals or longer personal work. Lisa works at a pace set by the person she is supporting and adapts methods to fit individual needs.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	408327	December 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Approach and online sessions that fit your life

Lisa uses an integrative approach that draws on established, evidence‑based techniques. One common strand looks at thoughts and behaviours to reduce anxiety and low mood by spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and trying small, practical changes. Another strand focuses on emotional processing after trauma and abuse, helping people name feelings, learn calming strategies and gradually build resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that suit your needs and adjust the plan as you go. That collaborative process helps decide whether to focus on short‑term coping skills or deeper emotional work.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to suit different needs. Video sessions allow face‑to‑face conversation for richer communication. Phone calls are useful when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Live chat and text‑based messaging offer brief check‑ins or written reflection when that fits better with a busy day. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, family and health commitments.

Frequently asked

What concerns can Lisa help with?

She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and issues linked to trauma and abuse. Additional focus areas include self‑esteem, body image, chronic illness and loneliness.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She works as an integrative counsellor and adapts techniques to suit each person. Sessions can include looking at thoughts, emotions and practical coping strategies.

What experience does she have?

She has three years of professional counselling experience working in the United Kingdom. She also works as a wellbeing officer alongside clinical practice.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time and works with people within the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text‑based messaging. This gives options for longer conversations or quick check‑ins.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability.