Registration on file

Donna Hughes, BACP

Donna Hughes is a counsellor who offers a calm, non-judgemental space to talk through difficult feelings.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
+9 more

About Donna

Donna Hughes is a counsellor who offers a calm, non-judgemental space to talk through difficult feelings. She focuses on helping people reconnect with strengths and make sense of stressful or painful experiences. Donna works in a way that respects each person's pace and values.

Her practice centres on a person-centred approach, which keeps the client's voice at the heart of sessions. She also draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioural ideas and mindfulness practices when these fit someone’s needs.

Background and approach

These tools are chosen to suit the person's goals rather than following one fixed method. People commonly come for support with stress, anxiety and low mood. Donna also helps with relationship strain, self-esteem struggles and coping with life changes.

Additional focus areas include loneliness, panic attacks, communication problems, guilt and shame, social anxiety and women's issues. With four years of experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), she works with people in the United Kingdom and with international clients online.

Sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit different schedules and preferences. Donna aims for straightforward, practical conversations. She listens, reflects and offers gentle steps to try between sessions.

The emphasis is on helping people find clearer ways forward rather than delivering quick fixes.

Details from the counsellor's public professional profile · registration number listed

← Browse all counsellors

Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	402619	January 2027

Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.

Check on the BACP register

Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Donna lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Donna draws on person-centred principles, which means sessions begin with the client's concerns and values. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting and building a trusting working relationship that helps people speak openly about what matters to them.

She also uses elements from cognitive behavioural approaches to help identify unhelpful thinking and practical ways to try new behaviours. These ideas can be useful for managing panic attacks, social anxiety and persistent worry. Mindfulness-based techniques are offered as short practices to help reduce stress and improve focus in day-to-day life.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options with the client, try different methods and adapt the work to match their goals and preferences. Progress is reviewed together so the plan can change if something is not helping.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a full session is helpful. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when being on camera feels difficult. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check-ins, quick reflections between sessions or people who prefer writing. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around work, family or travel commitments.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Donna commonly help with?

She supports people experiencing stress, anxiety and depression, as well as difficulties with relationships and self-esteem. Other areas include panic attacks, social anxiety, loneliness and women's issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Donna works in a person-centred way that keeps the client's values and pace central. She also uses evidence-based techniques such as cognitive behavioural ideas and mindfulness when these suit the client's needs.

How much experience does Donna have?

She has four years of counselling experience working with a range of common emotional difficulties and life changes.

What credentials and location are listed?

Donna is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are used in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English for both UK and international clients.

What formats are available for sessions?

Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Donna?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.