Hilary Cartmel-Batty , BACP

Hilary Cartmel-Batty is a BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist who works with people facing a range of difficulties, including stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and depression. She draws on her training to support clients as they explore thoughts and feelings, helping them take the often-difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Clients can expect a nonjudgmental, empathic space where experiences are listened to carefully and explored collaboratively. Hilary encourages open expression of emotions and perspectives, aiming to help each person feel heard and understood while building practical ways to cope and move forward.

Her calendar on this site does not always reflect her full availability because she also maintains a private practice alongside her online work. Prospective clients are invited to book a session to discuss scheduling, as she can accommodate both fixed weekly appointments and more flexible weekly arrangements depending on individual needs.

Approaches for Online Support and Practical Change

Hilary uses approaches that focus on relationships, personal strengths, and practical solutions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current patterns - it can help people understand relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and how past experiences affect present connections. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the person is supported to lead the pace and focus of their work - this approach can be useful for building self-esteem, processing emotions, and exploring life changes. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and small achievable goals, helping clients identify what works for them and build on existing strengths to manage stress, anxiety, and other concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Hilary will work with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt methods to suit the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. This helps ensure therapy feels relevant and manageable for the person seeking support.

Online sessions via video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility constraints. These formats make it possible to maintain regular contact, try different session styles, and fit therapy into everyday life while still working with licensed professionals who tailor support to the client's goals.