Amy Hughes
Every professional displayed on Counselling Directory has been independently verified by our team to ensure they have suitable credentials to practise.
This professional is available for new clients.
This professional is available for new clients.
About me
In a world where we are more connected than ever, we often feel lonely, losing connection with ourselves and ones who we are closest to. Are you experiencing negative thoughts towards yourself, struggling with confidence or feelings of anxiety? Do you feel like a bad person if you put your own needs before others or perhaps unsure what your needs even are anymore? Perhaps you feel like a burden if you talk about how you feel? Do you think you are letting everyone down if you say no so you continue to say yes but dread it?
We often become unsure where to turn when we need help, or even where to start. We can begin to feel hopeless and trapped. We desperately want change but not sure how to take the smallest step forward. We want to stop feeling anxious, stressed or low, to have choices in life, to find an old you, or a new version of yourself, to discover hope and direction. Looking into counselling is an amazingly brave first step to change your current situation.
Hi, my name is Amy and I am an online counsellor.
Firstly let me start by saying that I understand asking for help is very often a scary prospect and it may take weeks, months or even years to find the courage and reach out to a therapist… So however long it has taken, I am here and happy to listen. Speaking to a stranger about your worries can feel daunting. Sometimes a misconception of counselling is that you have to be at your worst to go see a counsellor, this is absolutely not true, anyone can find talking through their thoughts and the emotions to someone trained to listen, without judgement, is extremely empowering. Counselling gives you the space to find yourself, your strength and your voice. You don’t need to do this alone. I am here to face those scary moments with you, to help you find a path you are excited to discover, a part of yourself you have lost and need back, or tackle a time you wish you could move on from.
I am qualified and specialise in online counselling. Having counselling online gives you the freedom to fit therapy into your day. In the comfort of your own space we will explore together what your goals are and build a new stronger foundation which you will take with you throughout your life. No need to travel to appointments or wait in a waiting room, simply find a quiet spot for a video call. You can be flexible with your day, but still prioritise your mental wellbeing.
Please contact me if this profile has spoken to you. I offer a free 30 minute introductory video call to meet and answer any questions you may have and see if we can suitably work together.
I also have a Facebook and Instagram page @startblossoming if you would like to follow me for motivation, inspiration and tips on managing your emotional wellbeing.
I wish you the very best in the search for the right counsellor for you and taking the brave decision to prioritise yourself and your mental health.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified and insured person-centred Counsellor, registered with the BACP (british association for counsellors and psychotherapists). I have had a high standard of training and continue to advance my skills with training regularly. I have over a decade of experience supporting colleagues and the public emotionally in times of stress and have been running my online private practice for over a year, reaching many individuals who overcame their challenges and feel the benefit of counselling.
I’m trained in Person-centred counselling, which is a great approach to help focus on yourself and get what you need from the session, whether it is working on coping strategies and techniques to conquer your anxiety, or to explore your past to find who you were and who you are now. There is no forcing you into something you aren’t ready to face, all sessions are at your own pace. The therapy space is created for you to build a better relationship with yourself and understand your emotions with kindness and curiosity.
One client previously said “Having counselling has changed my life, my only regret is not starting sooner!” - Female, aged 31 (quote shared with consent)
Other clients have told me that our sessions together have given them more confidence in their decision making, created better relationships with their partners, family and friends, found answers to questions that have bothered them for years, found acceptance, given them control over their emotions and found the courage to stop people pleasing out of guilt.
I work with a wide range of clients but specialise in anxiety, self confidence, people pleasing behaviours and emotional support during pregnancy and motherhood.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred).
Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision.
Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training.
All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
People Pleasing
NHS staff members/Key workers
Postnatal Depression and Postnatal Anxiety
Parents of Neonatal children
Confidence and self-worth
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£50 for 60 minute session
Concessions may be available.
When I work
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | |||||||
| Afternoon | |||||||
| Evening | |||||||
| Night |
I offer both weekly, fortnightly and adhoc sessions for those who want more flexibility. Popular slots may have waiting lists.
Further information
I aim to respond to all messages within 48 hours, Monday-Friday. I may not always be available to answer phone calls so please leave a voicemail if you are unable to get through. If you haven't received a response via email, please ensure to check your spam folder.
Payments are made by bank transfer.
