- Client-Centred approach
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Nicola
Nicola Dove is a UK counsellor registered with the BACP and has five years' experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, addictions, anger and other life challenges. Sessions are offered in English and are aimed at people who want practical ways to feel less overwhelmed and more in control.
She describes her approach as flexible and person-focused. Nicola uses client-centred methods alongside cognitive behavioural techniques and mindfulness to help people notice how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact. She also draws on motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas when these suit a person's concerns.
Typical work includes talking through current problems, spotting unhelpful patterns, and trying small changes that can ease daily life. Nicola mentions helping with sleep, confidence, social anxiety, coping with loss and issues around eating and self-image. She also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, isolation and career stress.
Nicola says she understands how hard it can feel to start counselling. She offers a steady, non-judgemental presence and aims to help people feel heard and clearer about next steps. The emphasis is on practical coping skills as well as making space to understand deeper feelings.
Her background includes a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and professional registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which she lists as BACP. She asks clients to use the site's matching and booking process to begin with a first session.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Nicola uses client-centred work and cognitive behavioural therapy in much of her practice. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening, reflecting and helping a person feel understood so they can explore what matters to them. Cognitive behavioural therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviours affect feelings and involves trying small practical changes to reduce anxiety or angry reactions.She also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice bodily signals and calm rising tension. Those practices can be useful for sleep problems, rumination or managing anger that builds up over time. Deciding which approach to use is collaborative; the therapist will discuss options and try methods that fit the person's goals and preferences.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. In general online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find it easier to practise exercises between sessions when therapy fits into everyday life, and Nicola will adapt practical tasks to how the person prefers to work.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Nicola help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, anger and related life issues listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is client-centred, using active listening and collaboration. She blends that with CBT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years' experience working as a counsellor in the UK.
What credentials and location are listed?
Nicola holds a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and is registered with the BACP. She practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin with Nicola?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.