Hello, my name’s Nicola and I’m a licensed therapist based in the UK. Over the last 10 years I’ve worked with clients from all backgrounds to help them move towards the version of themselves they want to be, and the future they want. I’ve worked with clients who have been experiencing issues with things like their self-esteem, relationships, confidence, low mood, stress, grief and loss. I offer my clients a safe space to take a breath and to feel like they can look at whatever they need to within a therapeutic space which is accepting and non-judgemental. My sense is that we all have it within ourselves to effect the changes we need to, it just might be that we can’t see what those changes are, or like for some reason, we’re unable to make them.
I work with my clients in a way that places them and their goals at the centre of the process of our therapy, working at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for them and together we focus on what’s important for them to explore, at a depth they choose.
By reading this, you are already taking the first steps on your journey; through counselling, the way ahead could be better lit so that you can better see where you need to place your feet next, so that if you want to move, you can. It could also allow you the space to stop and take a look at how far you’ve already come, and from where. By working together, you might feel a little less lonely on that path – I’m here to support and empower you – until you feel ready to move on without me.
I’m really looking forward to meeting you when you’re ready.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Trichotillomania, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #64839
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Nicola is very easy to talk to and is a great listener. She gives measured, objective advice and does not judge. She makes me feel safe.
Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Nicola for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Nicola has been absolutely fantastic. She is an absolute pleasure to talk to. She is understanding, comforting and attentive. Light hearted when appropriate and empathetic when needed. She has a gentle, non-judgmental approach that allows me to open up and discuss even my most intimate thoughts and feelings. She is also very patient and never rushes me through sessions. I am grateful to have found such a caring and skilled therapist, and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking support and guidance.
Written on Dec 09, 2022 after therapy with Nicola for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes