- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem support
About Nancy
Nancy Cowling is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with seven years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and difficulties like low self-esteem and motivation. Her practice also covers concerns such as depression, grief, anger, sleep and eating difficulties, addictions and career-related stress.
Nancy describes people as the experts in their own lives and looks for strengths clients already have. She uses straightforward conversation to help people understand patterns that keep them stuck. Sessions focus on practical ways to reduce overwhelm and to make small changes that feel possible in day-to-day life.
Her background includes work supporting those facing trauma, relationship problems and complicated life changes. Over seven years she has helped people talk through abandonment, attachment and control issues, among other concerns. She also brings experience with body image, codependency and coping after loss or illness.
Nancy aims to help clients notice unhelpful habits and to try new ways of responding. She encourages clear steps a person can take between sessions to test what works. Progress is tracked in simple, practical terms rather than abstract goals.
People who prefer direct conversation and practical strategies tend to find her approach useful. She offers sessions in English and practises in the United Kingdom. If someone is unsure about next steps, she asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to see how to proceed.
How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions
Many of the approaches Nancy uses focus on practical, evidence-based techniques that help people change patterns and manage strong feelings. One common approach is problem-focused work that breaks down situations into manageable steps and experiments. This helps when someone wants to reduce anger spikes, manage anxiety at work, or test new ways to respond to conflict.Another approach emphasises understanding how past experiences shape present reactions. This helps people make sense of why certain situations trigger strong responses and provides a route to try different reactions in everyday life. Both approaches aim to build small, repeatable changes rather than promise quick fixes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods to try, based on the client’s goals, preferences and what they notice during early sessions. That collaborative process means techniques are adjusted if something isn’t helping.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. In general, remote work can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family commitments, allow short check-ins when needed and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can make it simpler to keep regular contact while trying out new ways of handling anger and related concerns.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Nancy works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, anger and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She prefers straightforward conversation that highlights a person’s strengths and uses practical steps to change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and priced?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try sessions?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.