Shanni Hurton , NCPS

Shanni Hurton is a qualified and insured integrative counsellor and an accredited member of the National Counselling Society (NCPS), a professional body that upholds ethical standards for counselling practice. She works in an integrative way, drawing on techniques from humanistic models, cognitive behavioural approaches, solution-focused methods and trauma-informed practices to tailor support to each person's needs.

Shanni creates a non-judgemental, open and honest space where people can explore issues that are causing difficulty, whether they are feeling stuck, struggling with low mood or anxiety, or coping with the effects of trauma. She aims to help clients recognise their strengths and identify practical options to move forward in a positive way.

Over the course of her career she has worked extensively with children, young people and adults, and has undertaken advanced training that informs her specialisms in trauma, bereavement, couples work, anxiety and neurodiversity. She also has experience supporting people who have experienced sexual violence. Her approach emphasises collaboration, respect and realistic steps toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Support

Shanni Hurton uses evidence-informed approaches tailored to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, and is often useful for anxiety, low mood and stress-related concerns. Solution-Focused Therapy is brief and goal-oriented, concentrating on strengths and practical steps to achieve change rather than dwelling on problems. Trauma-Focused Therapy provides methods to address the impacts of traumatic experiences, helping people process difficult memories and learn coping strategies to reduce their ongoing effects.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shanni works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences and circumstances, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Shanni can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. Remote work makes it easier to access consistent support without travel, and allows clients and therapists to focus on practical, goal-driven work in a way that suits each person's life.