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Noya Hoffman, BACP
United Kingdom
Counsellor - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Short-term focused work
- Goal setting and planning
About Noya
Noya Hoffman is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with 10 years' experience. She works mainly with people who have depression, anxiety and stress. She offers focused short-term therapy and helps clients set goals and find a clear focus for sessions.
Noya uses a mix of approaches to match what each person needs. She helps clients develop simple formulations - a shared view of what keeps a problem going - and sets practical steps to try between sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the methods she uses alongside psychodynamic ideas and acceptance-based work.
Sessions aim to be practical and goal-oriented. Noya works with day-to-day problems such as sleep disruption, low mood, panic attacks and workplace strains. She also helps people dealing with relationship stress, family tension, eating difficulties, ADHD challenges and substance concerns that affect mood.
Her approach includes looking at patterns of thinking and behaviour, exploring past influences that still matter now, and identifying small experiments to test different responses. Noya encourages clear plans and regular reviews so progress can be checked and adjusted.
She works in English and practises in the United Kingdom. People find the format straightforward: start with a short matching questionnaire, then book a first session to agree aims and a plan for the coming weeks.
How CBT and related approaches work in online sessions
CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and habits. It breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and actions and uses short exercises to test new responses. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic and low mood because it gives clear tasks to practise between sessions.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without fighting them and to choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for stress, rumination and difficulty coping with life changes. Client-Centred Therapy centres on listening and building a working relationship so clients can find their own solutions; it supports clearer decision-making and self-reflection.
Finding the right mix is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods and review what helps most. This is a collaborative process where plans are adjusted based on what the client finds useful.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work and family life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that remote sessions let them practise skills in everyday settings, then bring observations back to therapy for review.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She commonly works with stress, anxiety and depression, including panic attacks and mood disorders. She also supports people with workplace issues, relationship strain and young adult concerns.
How does she use CBT in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to try practical experiments that change behaviour. Sessions often include homework tasks and clear steps to test new ways of responding.
What sort of experience does she have?
She has ten years' experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, eating difficulties, ADHD and compassion fatigue. That experience informs how she combines different methods for short-term work.
What are her credentials and where does she practise?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do costs look like?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the booking process.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session to agree goals and a plan.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A registration can be checked with the body that issued it.
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