Myke Richardson-Hughes, BACP
Integrative psychotherapist for trauma and addictions
- Addictions and recovery support
- LGBTQ and transgender issues
- Trauma-informed therapy
About Myke Richardson-Hughes
Myke Richardson-Hughes is an integrative psychotherapist, lecturer, and clinical supervisor who brings practical experience across residential care, addiction treatment, and therapeutic education. He is a registered member (MBACP) of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK - and is listed on the BACP-accredited register overseen by the Professional Standards Authority. His background includes work in residential children’s homes and learning centres supporting looked-after children and young people aged seven to twenty-five with social, emotional and mental health needs, communication differences including autistic spectrum conditions and Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD, complex learning needs, adverse childhood experiences, and trauma.
He has also worked as a substance and alcohol misuse therapist within a residential rehabilitation setting, combining clinical experience with a range of formal therapeutic trainings. Myke is trained in expressive therapies, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, person-centred therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He also draws on additional modalities such as Transactional Analysis, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness, choosing single or integrated approaches to suit each client’s needs. His clinical work covers one-to-one therapy, couples counselling, same-sex relationships, and transgender and LGBT+ issues, and he addresses relationship concerns including communication difficulties, conflict, affairs, separation and divorce.
Myke supports people in addiction recovery and those experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss, grief, trauma, relationship breakups, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. He offers open-ended therapy, allowing for short-term or longer-term work depending on individual goals. In addition to direct client work, he provides counselling services to schools, workplaces, and medical practitioners, applying a practical and compassionate approach to help clients increase self-awareness, explore choices, and find ways to accept what cannot be changed while working toward positive change where possible.
He has also worked as a substance and alcohol misuse therapist within a residential rehabilitation setting, combining clinical experience with a range of formal therapeutic trainings. Myke is trained in expressive therapies, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, person-centred therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). He also draws on additional modalities such as Transactional Analysis, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and mindfulness, choosing single or integrated approaches to suit each client’s needs. His clinical work covers one-to-one therapy, couples counselling, same-sex relationships, and transgender and LGBT+ issues, and he addresses relationship concerns including communication difficulties, conflict, affairs, separation and divorce.
Myke supports people in addiction recovery and those experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement and loss, grief, trauma, relationship breakups, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. He offers open-ended therapy, allowing for short-term or longer-term work depending on individual goals. In addition to direct client work, he provides counselling services to schools, workplaces, and medical practitioners, applying a practical and compassionate approach to help clients increase self-awareness, explore choices, and find ways to accept what cannot be changed while working toward positive change where possible.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Myke Richardson-Hughes have?
He has eight years of professional experience.
Is Myke Richardson-Hughes a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds membership with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Myke Richardson-Hughes provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Myke Richardson-Hughes located?
He is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Myke Richardson-Hughes as my therapist?
Clients can work with him via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Myke Richardson-Hughes work with international clients?
Yes, he works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Myke Richardson-Hughes cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and his availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a client with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for Clients?
Online therapy can be an effective option for many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions - for these issues it can work similarly to traditional in-person sessions. Licensed professionals use the same core therapeutic methods online that they apply face to face, adapting techniques to suit remote formats.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that feels most accessible to them - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work during periods of travel or changing circumstances.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists if they need a different fit. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical and effective route to consistent support while retaining the therapeutic focus and structure of traditional counselling.
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