CHRISTIAN K HUGHES
Christian K Hughes | BABCP Accredited Psychotherapist
18+ years of experience helping individuals and couples overcome a range of complex, psychological and emotional, difficulties to move from 'stuck' to a life of meaning and purpose.
I am Christian Hughes, a BABCP accredited Psychotherapist based in Stourbridge. My approach is simple: therapy should be collaborative, practical, and grounded in what actually works. Whether I am working with an individual dealing with trauma or a couple trying to rebuild trust, my goal is to help you understand the patterns keeping you stuck and identify a clear way forward.
My Professional Background
Military Mental Health (British Army)
I began my career as a uniformed mental health clinician within the British Army. There I worked with service personnel facing trauma, operational stress, and the moral pressures of high-stakes roles. This early experience shaped my understanding of trauma and resilience, and continues to inform my work with clients today.
NHS Complex Case Work
After leaving the military I moved into NHS practice, where I’ve worked across multiple mental health services treating individuals with complex and enduring psychological needs. This has included:
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Trauma-focused therapy (PTSD, complex trauma, moral injury)
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High-risk case management
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Work with professionals and healthcare staff under systemic strain
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Complex comorbidity and long-term care
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Clinical supervision and training
Private Sector
Alongside my NHS work I’ve built private experience providing therapy to individuals and couples, delivering EMDR intensives, and offering CPD training to organisations including the NHS, MOD, and charities.
My Current Focus
My private practice in Stourbridge & Online now centres on:
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Relationship therapy for couples facing affairs, constant conflict, or emotional distance
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EMDR therapy (standard and intensive formats) for trauma and distressing memories
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Targeted CBT/ACT for a range of psychological and emotional difficulties
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Clinical supervision for therapists managing complex or high-risk work
How I Work
My approach is evidence-based, structured, and collaborative. That means:
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Using proven methods (CBT, ACT, EMDR, CFT, & couples specific models)
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Setting clear goals together, not leaving you in open-ended talking without making active change
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Providing a balanced, confidential space where both individuals and couples feel supported equally
I offer online and in-person therapy at my central Stourbridge practice:
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Address: St John’s Chambers, 11 St John’s Road, Stourbridge, DY8 1EJ.
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Convenience: Located in the town centre, just a 2-minute walk from Stourbridge Town train station, with ample nearby parking at the Ryemarket.
Why This Matters
Whether you’re a couple trying to rebuild trust, an individual struggling with trauma memories, or a therapist carrying a demanding caseload, my aim is the same: to create a professional, supportive space where you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
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