NCPS

Shelley Hughes, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Shelley is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

5+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Shelley

Shelley Hughes is an accredited, integrative therapist who brings a practical and compassionate approach to counselling. She has logged over 3,000 hours of client work across five years of practice and holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification that reflects her training and standards. Shelley specialises in supporting people experiencing stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and grief and loss. She blends evidence-informed methods with a client-centered stance, helping individuals explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviours in ways that feel manageable and meaningful.

Shelley aims to cultivate an open, non-judgemental space where clients can speak honestly about what matters to them. She recognises that reaching out for help takes courage and that change often occurs through steady, supported steps. Clients who work with her can expect empathetic collaboration focused on building coping skills, improving relationships, and finding ways to move forward after loss or trauma.

Shelley is committed to empowering people to make positive changes and to live more fulfilling lives. She offers encouragement and practical tools while respecting each personâs pace and preferences as they work toward their goals.

Areas of expertise

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Addictions LGBTFamily conflicts

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Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy

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Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Also listed for

Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues

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Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support with Shelley Hughes

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and focuses on taking actions that align with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns formed early in life and how they affect current relationships, which can help with trust, intimacy, and attachment-related wounds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and teaches practical skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and change patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and coping difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shelley works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods feel like the best fit for their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress and insights unfold.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives or to connect across distances. Registered professionals and therapists can deliver meaningful, skill-based work through these formats, allowing clients to access consistent support while maintaining scheduling flexibility and accessibility.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Shelley Hughes have?

Shelley Hughes has five years of professional experience.

Is Shelley Hughes a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification. No additional registration details were provided.

In which languages does Shelley Hughes provide therapy?

Shelley provides therapy in English.

Where is Shelley Hughes located?

Shelley Hughes is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Shelley Hughes as my therapist?

You can work with Shelley Hughes via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shelley Hughes work with international clients?

Yes, Shelley Hughes works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shelley Hughes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.