- Person-centred approach
- Attachment perspective
- Trauma-focused work
About Cheryl
Cheryl Hughes is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds NCPS accreditation. She has five years' experience supporting people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship concerns, grief and anger. Sessions are delivered in English from the United Kingdom and Cheryl accepts international clients.
Cheryl works in a person-centred way. She focuses on listening and helping people make sense of what they feel. She gives time to understand how anger, resentment or frustration shows up in daily life. Practical talk and steady reflection are part of her approach.
Her background includes working with sexual abuse, post‑traumatic stress and bereavement. That experience informs how she responds to intense emotions and complex histories. Cheryl aims to help people notice patterns that keep them stuck and explore different ways of responding.
Cheryl draws on attachment-based and trauma-focused thinking alongside client-centred and existential ideas. That means she pays attention to relationships from the past and present, the impact of difficult events, and the person's own values and choices. Sessions balance emotional processing with practical steps to cope between meetings.
Initial contact is practical and straightforward. Cheryl will explain what sessions are like, discuss likely topics, and outline how to arrange future meetings. She uses a calm pace and clear language so people can focus on making changes that matter to them.
How Cheryl’s approaches translate to remote sessions
Cheryl uses attachment-based ideas and client-centred work to guide conversations online. Attachment-based therapy looks at patterns from past relationships and how they affect present reactions. It can help people understand why anger or mistrust keeps recurring in close relationships. Client-centred therapy focuses on the person’s experience; the counsellor listens and follows the person’s lead to help them clarify feelings and choices.She also draws on trauma-focused and existential thinking when needed. Trauma-focused work concentrates on the effects of distressing events and practical ways to reduce their daily impact. Existential ideas help people consider values, meaning and decisions when life feels uncertain. Deciding which mix of approaches to use is a collaborative process between the client and counsellor, based on needs, goals and preferences.
Confirm current session options before booking as formats are not listed here. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into work and family life, allow a shorter check-in when needed, or make it simpler to connect while travelling. The counsellor will discuss practical arrangements during the initial contact so sessions can fit into everyday routines.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, relationship issues, grief and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a person-centred way of working that focuses on listening and helping people make sense of their feelings.
What is her relevant experience?
She has five years' experience and has worked with sexual abuse, post-traumatic stress and bereavement.
What credentials and location apply?
Cheryl is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds NCPS accreditation. She practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international work are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.