Nicola Stott

Hello, I’m Nicola.

I believe that having a safe, confidential space to freely talk about whatever is on your mind can be deeply beneficial and powerful for anyone. I think we all deserve to choose our own path in life and possess the ability to work towards it.

I understand that reaching out for support and finding someone you feel comfortable with can be difficult, so here’s a bit about me. I’d describe myself as a what you see is what you get kind of person, down to earth, caring, approachable, logical and candid. I chose to become a counsellor following my own life experiences.

I’m an integrative counsellor with a person-centred foundation. This means I tailor our sessions to your pace, listening with empathy and without judgement. I’ll help you to consider matters from different perspectives with a view to you finding solutions and making informed decisions. Being integrative means I’m able to incorporate additional approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural and Solution-Focused techniques when appropriate to enhance our work together.

I’m also a trauma informed practitioner and where relevant will share information to support your understanding and self-awareness, helping you to gain great clarity around your situation.

I’m a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) which gives you assurance that I work at a high ethical standard.

I bring extensive experience in managing core business functions such as Finance and HR, alongside strong development and coaching capabilities. This informs my counselling approach, allowing us to incorporate specific goals into your therapeutic journey where appropriate.

I have personal experience supporting individuals living with neurodivergence. Alongside this, I have lived experience of the emotional impact of infertility and premature menopause and have supported others with eating disorders.

I’ve worked with a diverse range of clients experiencing and not limited to:

• Anxiety
• Childhood and adult trauma
• Chronic illness
• Depression
• Fertility issues
• Grief and bereavement
• Loneliness
• Low self-esteem or confidence
• Redundancy or work problems
• Relationship / family problems
• Sadness
• Self-development

I offer a free 20-minute introductory session via phone or online, giving you the opportunity to see if I am the right counsellor for you.