Dr. Barbara Howard-Hunt , NCPS

Dr. Barbara Howard-Hunt uses a blend of practical talking therapies to help people manage stress, anxiety and life transitions. She draws on six years of clinical experience and works with individuals on issues such as trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, career challenges and relationship difficulties. Her approach is calm and direct, with an emphasis on clear goals and steady progress.

In sessions she aims to build an open, non-judgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken about plainly. She uses techniques that help people notice unhelpful patterns and try different ways of responding. Conversations are focused and collaborative, so people leave with small, doable steps to try between sessions.

Barbara applies a mix of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tackle anxiety, panic and seasonal low mood. She also draws on attachment-informed ways of thinking when relationship or family dynamics are causing strain. Hypnotherapy and motivational approaches are offered when they fit the person’s goals.

People often come for help with anger, grief, guilt or feelings of isolation. She also supports those wanting clearer direction in work and life purpose. Women’s issues and multicultural concerns are listed among her focus areas and can be discussed openly in sessions.

Barbara holds the NCPS credential and works from the United Kingdom. Sessions are offered in English and adapted to each person’s needs and pace.

Approach-focused online therapy that fits your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on what matters most to you and small actions that move you toward those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, panic and low mood. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationship patterns affect current connections and can help with relationship stress and feelings of loneliness.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with you and together decide which methods suit your needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative process can include trying different techniques and adjusting the plan as you learn what helps most.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy flexible. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins or ongoing reflection between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily life while keeping the focus on the therapeutic goals.