Donna Hughes, BACP

Donna works from a person-centred core that keeps the client's values and pace central. This approach concentrates on listening and reflecting so people can make sense of their experience and decide what matters most to them. It is helpful for anyone feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about next steps.

She also uses elements drawn from cognitive behavioural ideas, which focus on practical strategies for managing thoughts and behaviours that contribute to anxiety and low mood. When useful, mindfulness techniques are included to build awareness of present-moment experience and reduce reactivity to stress. These approaches suit issues like panic attacks, social anxiety and persistent worry.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Donna will work with each client to choose techniques that match their goals and comfort level. Together they review what helps and adjust the focus as work progresses so sessions feel relevant and manageable.

Online sessions make this work flexible and easier to fit into life. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction when that is helpful. Phone sessions can be a quieter option or use less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins, written reflections or when someone prefers not to be on camera. These options let people keep therapy consistent around work, family and travel.