Jennifer Hughes , NCPS

Jennifer Hughes (she/her) is a queer, neurodivergent professional who brings a trauma-informed, feminist perspective to her therapy work and holds the NCPS credential (NCPS). She creates a warm, down-to-earth space where adults can safely explore whatever is happening in their lives, offering practical support alongside empathetic listening.

She works with people facing trauma, childhood and family difficulties, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and patterns of people-pleasing. Jennifer also helps clients better understand how their brain works, develop healthier boundaries, and begin prioritizing their own needs - often for the first time. Her practice is oriented toward helping individuals grow clarity, resilience, and confidence as they move toward living more authentically.

Jennifer’s style is relaxed and compassionate. She meets people where they are without judgment, tailoring sessions to meet immediate needs and adjusting the work as new concerns arise. She works collaboratively and respects each person as the expert in their own life, supporting them to find the inner resources and practical steps needed to move forward. Taking the first step toward therapy is meaningful, and Jennifer acknowledges that signing up is something to be proud of.

Approaches and online options for therapy

Jennifer integrates client-centered therapy into her online work, creating a supportive environment that emphasizes the client's perspective and personal values. This approach helps people feel heard and understood while they explore identity, relationships, and emotional challenges.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and stress. CBT tools can be used collaboratively in sessions to build skills that transfer into daily life.

Trauma-focused methods are part of her practice for those working through the effects of past harm. These approaches focus on pacing, stabilization, and making meaning of experiences in ways that reduce distress and support recovery.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Jennifer works collaboratively with each person to decide what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts methods over time as circumstances change to ensure the work stays relevant and helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives or to access support from home. These options help widen access to licensed professionals and make ongoing care more manageable for many people.