Hilary Jiggins , BACP
Hilary Jiggins offers calm, practical support for people facing anxiety, stress and life changes.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and Abuse
- +14 more
About Hilary
Hilary Jiggins offers calm, practical support for people facing anxiety, stress and life changes. She keeps explanations plain and works together with clients to agree what will help. Hilary aims to make sessions straightforward so people know what to expect and can focus on getting better.
Hilary draws on 15 years of experience and practices in the United Kingdom. She brings a medical science background and follows evidence referenced approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, while also using a human-centred way of working that treats each person as an individual.
Background and approach
She explains suggestions and the reasons behind them so people can make informed choices. Sessions can be active and short-term when the goal is symptom relief, with practical tools for anxiety, panic, sleep and mood. Hilary also adapts how you work together if standard formats like forms or homework do not suit, offering creative alternatives.
For people who want longer-term work, Hilary will explore history, patterns and relationships over a longer period to support deeper change. She is open about when a longer process may be useful and will suggest a referral if a different specialist would be better.
Hilary uses measurable checks if desired, such as psychometric tools like those used by the NHS, to track progress over time. Her aim is that therapy helps people move closer to the life they want, so they can eventually rely on their own coping resources.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 162919 | March 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Hilary works with
Everything Hilary lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Co-morbidity
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Guilt and shame
- Midlife crisis
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
Approaches Hilary lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
She also uses elements of dialectical behaviour therapy when emotion regulation and coping skills are needed. DBT skills training teaches clear strategies for managing intense feelings, reducing impulsive reactions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. The therapist discusses which approach or mix of approaches fits best and revisits that plan together as needs evolve.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat or messaging can be used for brief check-ins, written reflection or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to schedule therapy around work, family commitments and travel.
Frequently asked
What issues does Hilary support?
Hilary works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues, as well as addictions, grief and sex or intimacy-related problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She combines a human-centred, collaborative style with practical, evidence-informed methods so sessions are both compassionate and action-focused.
How long has she practised?
Hilary has worked in counselling and therapy for 15 years, including roles with charities and community services.
Where does she practise and what credentials does she hold?
She works in the United Kingdom and holds a BACP credential as supplied in her profile.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are offered for sessions?
Hilary offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions operate via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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