Fiona Hughes

• Stress and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• Relationship issues

About Fiona

Fiona Hughes helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and depression. She also supports people facing life changes and those working on issues such as forgiveness, loneliness, self-love and social anxiety. Fiona is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years of professional experience.

Fiona uses straightforward talking therapy. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now, identifying practical steps, and building everyday coping strategies. She adapts the pace to each person and works in plain language so discussions are easy to follow.

Her approach includes looking at current thinking and behaviour patterns, and how these affect mood and relationships. She helps people break problems down into small, manageable tasks and try out different ways of responding to difficult feelings. Fiona encourages setting realistic goals and reviewing progress each session.

People who come to her often want a clear plan as well as space to talk. Fiona balances listening with active suggestions and reflections. She aims to make sessions useful from the first meeting by focusing on immediate concerns alongside longer term aims.

Fiona works in the United Kingdom and delivers care in English. Before booking, clients are asked to confirm current session options and formats directly through the booking process.

To start, people are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and arrange a first session using the site booking button.

Approaches used in online counselling and practical benefits

Fiona works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, feelings and everyday behaviour. One common approach looks at how patterns of thinking influence mood and behaviour, and teaches ways to test and change unhelpful thoughts to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach concentrates on behavioural steps - planning small, achievable actions to rebuild routine, improve mood and reduce avoidance in situations like social anxiety.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Fiona discusses options with each person and helps decide what to try first based on the client’s concerns, goals and preferences. She reviews progress and adjusts methods as needed so the plan stays practical and relevant.

Please confirm current session formats before booking as these are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when a full hour is not needed. They can also suit people who prefer not to be on camera or who need lower bandwidth options. Many people find that remote sessions help them keep therapy consistent alongside everyday commitments.

Topics Fiona lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Forgiveness
• Isolation and loneliness
• Life purpose
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia

Questions about Fiona

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. She helps people manage stress, general anxiety and social anxiety or phobia using talking therapy and practical coping strategies.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She offers talking therapy focused on present difficulties, changing unhelpful thinking and building everyday coping steps.

How much experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and relationship concerns.

Is she a registered counsellor in the UK?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from outside the UK?

She does not accept international clients at this time; bookings are for people in the United Kingdom.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.