Shanni Hurton , NCPS

She is a qualified and insured integrative counsellor and an accredited member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS), working from the United Kingdom. With a compassionate, non-judgemental and honest style she creates a calm space for people to explore the difficulties that have led them to seek support. Her membership of the NCPS reflects a commitment to an ethical framework and best practice in counselling.

Working integratively means she draws on different therapy models to tailor sessions to each person. She commonly uses elements of humanistic approaches alongside cognitive behavioural techniques and solution-focused strategies to address issues such as low mood, anxiety and the after-effects of trauma. She specialises in trauma work, bereavement, couples therapy, anxiety and support for neurodiverse clients, and has experience supporting children, young people and adults who have experienced sexual violence.

She believes in identifying strengths alongside the challenges and in exploring practical options to help people move forward. Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, helping clients recognise coping skills, build resilience and consider new ways to manage relationships, grief and everyday stressors. Her practice aims to help clients find clearer perspective and constructive pathways toward wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and recovery

She commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. CBT is practical and skills-based, useful for managing everyday stressors and improving mood regulation.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, a brief, goal-oriented approach that concentrates on strengths and small, achievable changes. This method helps clients move toward clear goals and notice progress even when time or energy is limited.

For those affected by overwhelming events, Trauma-Focused Therapy offers structured ways to process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on daily life. It is tailored to each person's tolerance and aims to restore a sense of safety and control.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Licensed professionals and therapists collaborate with each client to choose or blend methods based on individual needs, goals and preferences, adjusting as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and mobility needs, and allow clients to engage in a way that feels most comfortable while maintaining continuity of support.