Hemlata Mistry, BACP, NCPS

Hemlata Mistry offers a practical, person-centred way of working that focuses on trauma-informed care. She aims to make sessions straightforward and useful, helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief and major life changes. Hemlata uses clear, grounded language and a calm style to help people feel heard and seen.

She draws on Trauma-Focused Therapy to address difficult memories and ongoing effects of past harm. Sessions often include talking through distressing events, noticing how those memories show up now, and trying out new ways of coping. Hemlata also helps people who struggle with anger, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence.

Her work includes supporting those facing addictions, eating and food-related issues, and the emotional impact of illness such as cancer and hospice concerns. She also helps people manage relationship-related pain like abandonment, attachment issues, divorce and separation, and codependency. Practical steps are a part of the process alongside space to reflect and process feelings.

With three years of professional experience, Hemlata adapts conversations and plans to each person’s needs. She aims to meet people with respect, sensitivity and compassion as they work through hard changes. The goal is clearer thinking and better day-to-day coping, not quick fixes.

Hemlata is based in the United Kingdom and holds BACP and NCPS credentials. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not work with international clients at this time.

How trauma-focused work translates to online counselling

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on how past hurt affects everyday life now. It often involves talking through difficult memories, noticing physical and emotional reactions, and learning new coping strategies to reduce distress. This approach is commonly used for anxiety, trauma and long-standing effects of abuse or loss.

In practice, sessions are conversational and paced to what the person can manage. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose techniques and exercises that suit the individual's needs and comfort. Together they will review progress and adjust the approach if something feels unhelpful.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing sessions around work or caregiving. It can also help people keep momentum with shorter, more frequent check-ins when needed. Please confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how appointments will be arranged.