Nicola Thompson
Dip. Couns HPD Cert. Gestalt
Welcome
I believe that we all should have the chance to be the best we can be and to make good choices for ourselves along life’s journey. Sometimes things happen to us which can hold us back, such as traumatic events, workplace stress, difficult or abusive relationships. When this happens, we can feel lost, have low self-esteem or lack confidence in ourselves. I can help you reconnect with your inner self and build confidence, manage anxiety or stress and feel good about yourself.
Counselling, or Talking Therapy, has helped me with my own life experiences and I am passionate about helping you. I can help you make sense of the way you are feeling and empower you to find ways to move forward. From my personal experience and from my 5 years experience of working with clients, I know that talking with a therapist really helps, especially if you feel you haven’t been truly listened to before.
My sessions are currently all online via Zoom, a secure way of having individual therapy, where I offer you a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings with compassion and integrity.
My areas of expertise include:
Emotional abuse
Anxiety and stress
Depression
Imposter Syndrome
Needle phobia
My approach...
Over 5 years of experience as a therapist tell me that everyone's experiences and life story are different and so I tailor my approach to suit your individual needs. At all times, the heart of the way I work is to build a relationship of trust and respect with you, so that you feel safe to explore the issues and difficulties you face.
The core of all my therapy is Counselling and Psychotherapy
and I'm also trained in:
Hypnotherapy
Mindfulness
EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique
I find that a blend of counselling with these skills creates a therapy that is both unique and very beneficial.
I am fully qualified and insured with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, and a Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma. I am a registered member of the NCS and the NCH, and adhere to their ethical frameworks for good practice. I also have an enhanced DBS certificate, number: 001572906623
I have experience in working with male and female adult clients of all ages, whose issues have included: Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Emotional abuse, Low self esteem, Loss through bereavement, Work related issues, Self Harm, Phobias, Weight loss, Confidence building, Blood and Needle Phobias, PTSD.
