Hilary Jiggins , BACP

Hilary Jiggins is a counsellor who works in a straightforward, jargon-free way. She aims to be practical and clear about how therapy might help, and she prefers to work together with each person to find what fits. Hilary draws on 15 years of experience and keeps explanations simple so people can decide what feels right for them.

Her approach mixes evidence-informed techniques with a human-centred attitude. She uses methods such as cognitive behavioural therapy and skills from dialectical behaviour therapy where they help to relieve symptoms quickly. She also adapts work to be creative when standard exercises feel unhelpful or too formal.

Hilary came into counselling from a medical science background, so she pays attention to research and current guidance. If she suggests a particular strategy she will explain why, and go into as much detail as the person wants so sessions feel useful and time is well spent.

When short-term, focused work is not enough, she offers more exploratory psychotherapy over a longer period. This gives space to look at patterns in relationships and life history, and to use the therapeutic relationship itself as part of the work.

She has run support groups and provided counselling for a range of charities. Hilary is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, works in the United Kingdom, and conducts sessions in English.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Hilary draws on client-centred practice and cognitive behavioural therapy to shape online sessions. Client-centred work focuses on listening and responding to you as a person, helping you feel understood and guiding conversations around what matters most. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, and can be useful for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems.

She also uses elements of dialectical behaviour therapy skills training when people need tools for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. DBT skills can be practised between sessions and adapted to everyday situations. Choosing an approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will talk with you about your needs, goals and preferences and together decide what to try first and how to adapt it as you go.

If you are considering online work, check the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into their week, allow for shorter check-ins when time is tight and make it simpler to use practical tools during the session. Hilary aims to help clients fit therapy into everyday life while tailoring techniques to each person's situation.