About me

My name is Nicola and I am a BACP registered counsellor with a diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I am trained in the person-centred model but am flexible in my approach to work conductively with each client and their individual needs. We are all after all, unique, and my relationship with you needs to reflect that.  I have regular CPD (continued professional development) to maintain and enhance my skills and knowledge.

As a qualified counsellor, my aim is to help you to find a better way to understand the problems, patterns and behaviours that have brought you to counselling and walk alongside you as you work towards living the life you want to live. I will listen to your story- offering empathy and acceptance as we work together- and hope to build a secure therapeutic relationship with you where you feel safe enough to be open and authentic with me.

You are at the heart of this process and I aim to offer you a safe and confidential space: one where you feel comfortable to open up to me about what is going on for you. It is not my role to tell you what to do or offer advice, but to support you while you find your own answers. 

I offer a free 30 minute telephone consultation before we start our sessions together so that you can get a sense of whether you would feel comfortable talking to me, and whether I am the right therapist for you.

I specialise in working with adults as well as children and young people who are experiencing a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, stress, abuse, issues around sexuality, relationship problems, family issues, low self- esteem.