Donna Hughes, BACP

Donna Hughes is a qualified counsellor who creates a warm, non-judgmental space where people can explore whatever is on their mind. She believes counselling is not about fixing someone who is broken but about helping individuals reconnect with their strengths, make sense of their experiences, and discover new ways forward.

Her practice is rooted in a person-centred approach, which means she keeps the client - their values, voice, and pace - at the centre of the work. She also draws on elements from cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused methods, using whichever combination best supports each person’s needs.

People commonly seek her support for anxiety, low mood, loss, self-esteem concerns, and relationship difficulties. Whether facing a specific life event or feeling generally overwhelmed or stuck, she works collaboratively to untangle what is happening and to build clearer, more manageable steps toward emotional balance.

Donna holds membership of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), which reflects her commitment to professional standards and ongoing development. She offers a calm environment where clients are met with empathy, respect, and understanding, and she aims to accompany people on their own journeys of self-discovery rather than directing their path.

Person-centred and Practical Approaches for Online Support

Donna integrates person-centred work with practical, evidence-based tools. Person-centred therapy focuses on listening deeply and creating a space where the client’s values, pace, and perspective guide the process - it is useful for exploring self-esteem, identity, and relational concerns. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) offers structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, panic, and low mood. Mindfulness practices are also used to help people build awareness and grounding skills that reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Donna works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the balance of approaches over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with Donna is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access registered professionals from varied locations and allow therapy to fit more naturally into everyday life.