Counselling & Clinical Supervision
online
“Every part of you is welcome here.”
Hi I'm Nikki (She/They) and I’m glad you’ve found your way here.
I know that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting—especially if you’ve been through experiences that have left you feeling unsafe, unheard, or unsure who to trust. My role is to offer you a calm, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s been happening for you at a pace that feels right.
I’m a BACP Accredited Counsellor, Addiction Professionals Accredited Addictions Counsellor, and Pink Therapy Accredited Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diversities Therapist. I hold a Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy, and as someone with ADHD myself, I understand first-hand what it’s like to navigate a world that isn’t always designed for us.
I work in a relational and trauma-informed way—meaning we’ll focus on building a safe, respectful connection and move at your speed. I am trained in EMDR Phase 1 (for small “t” trauma) and Brainspotting Phases 1 & 2, which can be powerful tools for processing difficult life experiences in a safe and contained way.
Over the past 15+ years, I’ve supported people with a wide range of experiences, including:
LGBTQ+ and GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity)
Autism, ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence
Menopause and midlife transitions
Cisgender male issues
Chronic pain and health-related trauma
Family estrangement and relational loss
Addictions
I have worked alongside Transgender, Non-Binary, Gay, and Heterosexual Cisgender clients, always with the belief that every part of who you are deserves to be seen, respected, and understood.
Our work together will be collaborative—you are the expert on your life, and my role is to help you feel safe enough to explore, heal, and move toward the changes you want.
If you’d like to take the next step, I’m here to listen.
I have over 14 years as an Addictions psychotherapist within charity, NHS and private settings. I hold a Masters in Addiction Psychology and Counselling with London South Bank University and am accredited with Addiction Professionals.
I provide an non-judgemental setting where you can start to explore the changes you are seeking. I also work with family members facing a loved ones addiction and carers.
We're not looking at 'fixing' things that is a short term solution.
Counselling is about building solid foundations to lead the life you want.
It can be hard work and there may be bumps along the way but we will go at your pace. There may be work to do in between sessions and new ways of thinking to come to grips with.
I supervise counsellors working in private practise as well as volunteers and groups. I am currently a clinical supervisor for London Friend LGBT+ charity.
I work from an Integrative and trauma informed perspective and use creative supervision techniques.
No matter what the issue is counselling can help shed new light on problems and help you understand your feelings.
I like to think of therapy as helping people who feel “stuck” get “unstuck.” My hope is to provide an inclusive service and approach tailor made to the client.
My experience and areas of interest include working with Neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ clients, Generalised Anxiety, Trauma including historic childhood sexual and emotional abuse, family estrangement and clients diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue.
People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the issues I work with:
Feelings of stress or anxiety
Panic attacks
Loss of Meaning
Problems with addiction
Trauma
Abuse
LGBTQ+ Specific Issues
Relationships
Depression
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Difficulties at work
Problems with family or school life
Health Related Issues
Family Estrangement
Life Changes
Loneliness
One of the main bodies overseeing the accreditation and registration of counsellors in the United Kingdom is the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor, which means I have met their criteria for qualified and experienced therapists and work in accordance with their ethical framework.
I am also an Addiction Professionals (formally FDAP) Accredited Addictions Counsellor and Pink Therapy Accredited Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversities Therapist.
I have a specialist diploma in Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy from the Greenanne Centre and a level 1 in Executive Function Coaching
As a trauma specialist I have a Complex Trauma Certification Training levels 1 & 2, Brainspotting Phase 1 & 2, EMDR 1
I offer telephone counselling and online counselling sessions for clients via Zoom or Skype. Contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.
Counselling sessions for individuals last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis.
Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. I accept payment by bank transfer or PayPal. Payment needs to be made in full 48 hours before your appointment to secure your space.
I am a counselling provider for Vitality Health, AXA and Aviva
Counselling Sessions
EMDR
Clinical Supervision
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07879 772 670 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential
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