- Anger and triggers
- CBT and mindfulness
- Attachment work
About Nigel
Nigel Mckeown is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with four years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, motivation difficulties and life changes, and he includes anger among his areas of focus.
Nigel aims to create an environment where clients can speak honestly about thoughts and feelings without judgement. He combines person-centred ideas with psychodynamic thinking and uses cognitive behavioural techniques when they suit the client's goals. Sessions are practical and conversational, with an emphasis on understanding patterns and testing small changes.
He tends to work on a one-to-one basis, adjusting his approach to the individual rather than applying a fixed method. That might mean exploring past relationships and attachment patterns in one session, and using simple CBT exercises the next. The aim is to help people notice triggers, manage strong reactions, and try different responses in everyday situations.
Nigel also supports people with grief, relationship strain, sexuality and identity concerns, parenting stress and issues around addiction and sleep. He will discuss what matters most to a person and prioritise steps they want to try first.
Practical skills, clearer thinking and small behavioural experiments are often part of his work. He plans sessions collaboratively so clients know the focus for the coming weeks. If you want to understand your anger, reduce arguments, or find calmer ways to cope, Nigel offers focused, straightforward sessions to help explore those goals.
How his approaches are used in online sessions
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current reactions and patterns. It can help when anger or distance shows up in close relationships by identifying repeating styles and what feels unsafe.Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. It provides space to talk through frustration and resentment while the counsellor reflects back what they hear, helping clients find their own solutions.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks down unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and replaces them with practical strategies. It is useful for managing immediate anger triggers and developing step-by-step coping skills.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Nigel will discuss goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, then agree a plan together. That collaborative process helps match methods to what the client wants to change.
If you want to use online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking as the biography does not specify them. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with Nigel about what will fit your routine and the kinds of exercises or records you might do between sessions.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, self-esteem, anger and related issues such as sleep problems and addictions.
What is his style in sessions?
His style blends person-centred listening with psychodynamic reflection and practical CBT tools. Sessions are conversational and aim to clarify patterns and try manageable changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has four years of professional experience working with people on a range of concerns including anger, motivation and coping with life changes.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.