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Elizabeth Hughes, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Elizabeth is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Elizabeth. View 20 reviews
Great news, Elizabeth is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom
Accepts worldwide clients

Recent reviews

Liz really understands me and listens. She lets me speak and offers advice. She also knows when is the right time to point something out and does it in a way that makes me realise something I wouldn’t have noticed if she didn’t just say it how it is. Her knowledge is great and she is always wiling to give examples to make sure I’m on the same page and that it is an easy way for me to understand.

Reviewed November 2023

I found my time with Liz to be very helpful, she was always very calm and easy to talk to in sessions and always checked up on me during the week. She helped me a lot with dealing with my negative thoughts and anxiety and always provided me with solutions and positive thoughts to focus on. I would definitely recommend Liz to anyone starting out therapy.

Reviewed March 2023

More about Elizabeth

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

Hi, my name is Liz and I am therapeutic, online counsellor, based in the UK.

I specialise in working with depression & anxiety, addictions, relationship / family issues, domestic violence, trauma and abuse. These experiences can take a heavy toll on your motivation, self esteem, and confidence.

The work I do with my clients is based around building a strong, trusting and compassionate relationship. I do this by creating a calm space, where empathy, care and non-judgment are at the forefront of the relationship we build. This allows you a safe space where you can courageously explore the concerns that have brought you into therapy at this time.

As part of your journey of healing you will gain new insights into how you think and feel. This will enable you to start to challenge some of the old beliefs that are no longer serving a purpose to you at this point in your life. Regaining self-awareness, confidence and control will help you increase your resilience and ability to bounce back with life's many challenges.

You are not alone, so if you feel ready to take that next step, it would be my pleasure to work alongside you on your journey of self-awareness and recovery.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 387993 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Elizabeth Hughes

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

20 reviews

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Liz really understands me and listens. She lets me speak and offers advice. She also knows when is the right time to point something out and does it in a way that makes me realise something I wouldn’t have noticed if she didn’t just say it how it is. Her knowledge is great and she is always wiling to give examples to make sure I’m on the same page and that it is an easy way for me to understand.

Reviewed November 2023

I found my time with Liz to be very helpful, she was always very calm and easy to talk to in sessions and always checked up on me during the week. She helped me a lot with dealing with my negative thoughts and anxiety and always provided me with solutions and positive thoughts to focus on. I would definitely recommend Liz to anyone starting out therapy.

Reviewed March 2023

Elizabeth is very good at what she does. She listens and advices solutions in a way you will understand. She has an awesome accent and goes out of her way to help/reply when needed and doesn’t mind when you ramble on :)

Reviewed March 2023

Liz has been an amazing help in my life when I was feeling down and I was struggling with anxiety and panic attacks. She gave me the tools I needed to handle those feelings and was my safety net when I needed it. She is very warm and easy to open up to. She instinctly knows how to make you feel at ease and how to help you. Also she is very punctual and flexible in planning sessions. She always responded to any messages very quickly when I needed it.

Reviewed February 2023

I have found my sessions with Liz so beneficial. She is kind and warm and makes it very easy to open up and share your worries. She always made sure to check in with me and provided a great overview of the session which helped to reflect on my progress. Liz helped me to find clarity and insight into my worries which helped me move forward and deal with them practically. I would recommend Liz 100% for anyone feeling nervous about going to therapy for the first time.

Reviewed January 2023

Liz made me feel extremely comfortable from the start. She takes in all information and makes a point of coming back to certain things that stand out to her in a very non-invasive way - it feels like a conversation between two people rather than someone analysing you. I have gained so much from therapy with Liz - thank you!

Reviewed January 2023

My sessions with Liz have been nothing but pleasant. I’ve tried therapy before and have always struggled to find a therapist I was happy with. Liz keeps you at ease and comfortable throughout the whole session yet still giving the necessary support. I’m grateful for liz and her gentle approach in our sessions and for always making sure that I am comfortable. I could not recommend liz enough. Thank you for everything Liz!

Reviewed January 2023

Liz is one of a kind, always provides precise insight that has truly helped me in my untangling of life experiences.

Reviewed December 2022

I was really wary of starting therapy for various reasons, but one being the fear of getting the wrong therapist and it dong more harm than good, or be a waste of time and money. After my very first session with Liz I really felt she was the right therapist for me and my mind was really put at ease because I not only felt I was working with a very experienced profesional but with someone who ‘got me‘ immediately. It took a while for me to open up but Liz’s technique made it so easy to talk that I started looking forward to our sessions. In between our weekly sessions, Liz would message me with an overview of the last session and also regularly check in. This was an added bonus I hadn’t really thought about and having that constant support does really make it worth the money. I had weekly sessions for 3 months and I have made huge progress with my self esteem and confidence. Before I started I was completely stuck with my work and spiralling into a crippling mindset with zero self belief. I am now finding that I am asserting myself more, am more motivated and know what I want and am learning to connect with my true self. Liz gave me resources, specific goals and methods that I will be continuing to use moving forward. I would like to say a huge thanks to Liz for her effort and commitment in working with me, she is excellent at what she does.

Reviewed December 2022

I can't thank liz enough for chatting with me, She tried so so hard to try and getvthrough to me, therapy is tough for sure, I feel I have got a lot off my chest, maybe not as much as liz would of hoped, never the less, I can't thank her enough, and I wish you all the best

Reviewed December 2022

She is an amazing person who really understands me and always manages to give me new insights into my own feelings.

Reviewed November 2022

Elizabeth is a great professional. It’s was a pleasure to talk to her . The conversation was easy and not stressful. I recommend her service.

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve been working with Liz for almost a year now and her treatment, level of care and understanding is second to none. -Very responsive communication -Excellent at creating a safe, friendly and non judgmental environment -Wide use of knowledge and tools for every issue I brought forward I was nervous to start therapy and didn’t think I’d ever be comfortable enough to share my life situations but her calming and genuine nature makes Liz very easy to talk too. I cannot recommend Liz highly enough!

Reviewed November 2022

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with Liz, she has been nothing short of amazing. Liz’s genuine care and compassion towards me, along with her patience and kindness has helped me find the start of my new journey. I wouldn’t be where I am without her help and guidance.

Reviewed November 2022

First of all i was scared in engaging into any therapy, but i was very positively surprised how things have turned out with Elizabeth Hughes. After a brief phase of getting to know each other better and explaining my problems. we soon started on working on them. Liz managed to connect to me with her friendly manners and questions of reassurance, also she used used alot of techniques to help me very cleverly. She teached me alot about mindfulness and now even after therapy i will still use and improve on that knowledge cause i found it very helpful. All in all i would say that is exactly how therapy should go nowadays in our century, betterhelp is doing a great job on providing the help that is needed for many people and also with keeping great therapists for that.

Reviewed August 2022

Elizabeth has played the main part in my recovery from trauma. Her support, advice, guidance & most of all friendly manner has been the thing that’s made returning for each session that bit easier. She is a fantastic therapist & I highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2022

I've been working with Liz since April and she has been tremendously helpful in my journey. Her attention to detail and ability to recall small intricate pieces of information was apparent from the very first session when I explained a life situation with a lot of context. Liz has a very reassuring and calming demeanor, allowing you to process and work through thoughts and feelings at your own pace with absolutely no pressure. He post-session reflections have been extremely useful, interesting and in many cases very eye-opening. This was my first time undertaking therapy and so I initially was a little hesitant and not sure what to expect but Liz has been fantastic. Compassionate, understanding and has really helped me fast track my recovery (which I feel without, would have taken significantly longer).

Reviewed August 2022

Though initially apprehensive about starting therapy, from the first session together Elizabeth created a safe space for me to share my thoughts and feelings. I feel reassured each week by her calming nature and her ability to give value to my needs. I still have a long way to go, but talking to Elizabeth has given me a new perspective on my situation and enabled me to feel more grounded. She cleverly uses a variety of techniques to help me see things more clearly for what they truly are.

Reviewed July 2022

Liz has been a great source of knowledge and a place a solace for me once a week. She immediately understood my thoughts, worries and problems from the first session onwards. We worked together in her interventionist style and it has done a lot for my recovery and self discovery in only three months. Her notes after each session are immensely helpful & her reflections helped me self reflect and journal. I feel lucky to have found her & the safe space she created to help me open up.

Reviewed June 2022

I am very happy with how active Elizabeth is and how much work and effort she puts into me. It's reassuring and I feel much better already than at the beginning.

Reviewed May 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Elizabeth Hughes offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Elizabeth Hughes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Elizabeth Hughes speak?

Elizabeth Hughes speaks English.

How many years of experience does Elizabeth Hughes have?

Elizabeth Hughes has 9 years of experience.

Where is Elizabeth Hughes licensed to practice?

Elizabeth Hughes is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Elizabeth Hughes accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

Yes, Elizabeth Hughes accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Elizabeth Hughes offer?

Elizabeth Hughes offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Elizabeth Hughes?

Elizabeth Hughes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Elizabeth Hughes?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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