- Person-centred approach
- Trauma-aware practice
- Works with anxiety
About Cheryl
Cheryl Hughes is a counsellor who focuses on men's wellbeing alongside a wide range of common concerns. She works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and relationship problems. Cheryl aims to offer a calm, unhurried space where clients can make sense of their experiences and consider what they want to change.
She has five years of clinical experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Cheryl uses a person-centred approach that puts the client at the heart of sessions and encourages self-directed change.
In practice she draws on attachment ideas to look at how early relationships influence current patterns. She also uses trauma-focused ways of working when people have painful memories that still affect daily life. Existential ideas are used to help people explore meaning, choice and responsibility when they face life transitions or uncertainty.
Sessions are delivered in a calm, empathic manner with emphasis on listening and practical next steps. Cheryl talks through what to expect at first contact and helps shape aims for the work so each session feels purposeful. Her background includes focused work with historic sexual abuse and men’s mental health concerns.
People who come to Cheryl often want help with stress, coping with life changes, intimacy and self-esteem. She supports LGBT concerns, career pressures, communication problems and broader issues such as caregiver stress and body image.
How Cheryl's approaches translate to online therapy
Cheryl draws on attachment-based ideas to explore how early relationships shape current patterns, helping people understand repeated responses in close relationships and build healthier connection styles. Trauma-focused elements are used when past events continue to cause distress, with gentle pacing to process memories and reduce their impact on daily life. Existential ideas can help people facing uncertainty or big life choices to clarify values and make purposeful decisions.Finding the right approach is something Cheryl treats as a joint effort. She will discuss your needs, goals and preferences and suggest which methods to focus on. Together you can adapt the work as progress is made so sessions stay relevant to your aims.
The original biography does not specify which online or remote formats are used, so please confirm the available session formats before booking. Many people find remote therapy helps fit sessions into a busy week, saves travel time and allows a quieter setting for reflection. It can also make it easier to have shorter check-ins when needed and to plan sessions around work or caregiving commitments.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Cheryl commonly work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related problems, and wider concerns such as self-esteem and career stress.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Cheryl uses a person-centred, client-focused way of working and draws on attachment and trauma-informed methods when relevant. Sessions aim to be calm, empathic and focused on what you want to change.
How long has Cheryl been practising?
She has five years of clinical experience working with a range of difficulties, including historic sexual abuse and men’s mental health issues.
What professional registrations does she hold and where is she based?
Cheryl is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with Cheryl if I'm not in the UK?
Sessions are offered to international clients, and she delivers her work in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.