Hilary Cartmel-Batty , BACP

Hilary Cartmel-Batty is a BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist practising in the United Kingdom. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK, and Hilary works within that framework to support people facing emotional challenges.

She has experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and depression. Hilary focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly, enabling clients to consider new perspectives and make positive changes.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often requires courage, and Hilary offers steady professional support throughout that process. She balances a private practice alongside her online work, so her scheduling calendar may not always reflect full availability. Clients are encouraged to book a session to discuss options, and she can offer either fixed or flexible weekly appointments to suit different needs.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support

Hilary draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships and attachment patterns influence current feelings and interactions. This approach can be particularly helpful for those working on relationship difficulties, family dynamics, or issues rooted in abandonment and trust.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and the client’s own capacity for growth. Through this style, clients are supported to clarify their feelings, build self-esteem, and find direction at their own pace.

Solution-Focused Therapy complements these approaches by concentrating on practical steps and achievable goals. It helps clients identify strengths and small changes that lead to meaningful progress, especially when managing stress, life transitions, or specific problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Hilary works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors methods and pacing to suit individual circumstances rather than applying a single model to every situation.

Online therapy with Hilary is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to maintain continuity when in-person meetings are not possible. These options provide flexibility and accessibility while allowing therapists and clients to focus on progress and practical support.