- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Self esteem work
About Nicola
Nicola Newman is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years of professional experience in the UK. She works with adults who want to handle anger, stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, bereavement and life changes. Nicola also helps people concerned about relationships, parenting strains, career stress and attention difficulties such as ADHD.
Nicola uses practical conversation to identify what triggers intense feelings and where those reactions come from. Sessions focus on clear, achievable steps to reduce outbursts, manage resentment, and rebuild calmer routines. She helps people notice patterns, try different responses and practise them between meetings.
Her work includes supporting people dealing with family problems, attachment worries and body image concerns. Nicola also addresses issues linked to control, guilt and shame, jealousy and financial stress. For those coping with domestic violence or substance problems, she aims to create steady, realistic steps forward.
Nicola describes her approach as sensitive and respectful, adapting the dialogue and plan to each person. She encourages small, manageable changes rather than big promises. For many clients the focus is on increased awareness, better communication and practical coping tools.
To begin, a short questionnaire matches needs to the right plan and a first session is scheduled. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time, and fees vary with location.
Approaches to managing anger and related issues online
Nicola works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. One common approach is behavioural skill work, which breaks down situations that trigger anger and teaches specific responses you can practise. This can help with workplace frustration, family rows and impulsive reactions.Another set of techniques explores patterns and attachment styles that shape how someone reacts under stress. This involves tracing early relationship habits and testing new ways of relating that reduce resentment and reactive behaviour. It can be helpful for people struggling with trust, jealousy or repeated conflict.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nicola will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods to try based on needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative planning includes small trial changes and regular review of what works.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm what is currently offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, for example by avoiding travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a lunch break, or using audio-only calls when bandwidth is limited. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work well in digital sessions so the practical tools from meetings carry over into daily life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she help with?
She helps people who lose their temper with close others, carry building resentment, feel frustrated at work, or live with someone else’s anger.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques focused on noticing triggers, trying new responses and practising manageable skills between sessions.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has three years of professional counselling experience working in the UK.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in another language or from abroad?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.