Nicola Longson, BACP
Nicola Longson works in a warm, respectful way with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, mood difficulties and the effects of trauma.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and Abuse
- +15 more
About Nicola
Nicola Longson works in a warm, respectful way with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, mood difficulties and the effects of trauma. She uses straightforward conversation and practical techniques to help people feel steadier day to day. Nicola is a BACP counsellor with five years of experience in the UK.
Nicola adapts sessions to each person's needs rather than following a single script. She listens closely and helps set clear goals for therapy.
Background and approach
Sessions can include skills to manage strong feelings, ways to change unhelpful thinking, and exercises that build self-awareness. Her background includes supporting people who have faced abuse, relationship breakdown, or household conflict. Nicola also works with issues such as parenting strain, grief, anger, challenges around intimacy, and workplace stress.
She is familiar with neurodiversity-related concerns including autism and ADHD. In practice Nicola draws on client-centred methods alongside cognitive behavioural tools and mindfulness exercises. She also uses trauma-focused ideas when earlier experiences continue to affect daily life.
The emphasis is on practical steps people can use between sessions. People who prefer talking by video, phone, chat or messaging can work with Nicola in ways that suit their routine. She explains options clearly and helps clients choose the best format for their needs.
Nicola aims to create a respectful space where people can try out changes and notice progress.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 381944 | April 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Nicola works with
Everything Nicola lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Nicola lists
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Online support
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behaviour. Sessions teach practical strategies to challenge unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviours, which can reduce anxiety, lift low mood and improve sleep.
Nicola will work with the client to choose the best mix of approaches. Figuring out which methods fit your goals is part of the process, and she will discuss options with you so decisions are shared and clear.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls recreate face-to-face conversation and allow use of worksheets or exercises together. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, written reflection and people who find typing helps them express themselves. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, childcare and daily life while keeping the focus on steady progress.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does Nicola help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, grief, trauma and abuse, anger and relationship concerns. Nicola also supports people with parenting strain, career stress, sleep problems and intimacy-related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centred and practical. Sessions combine listening with cognitive behavioural exercises and mindfulness techniques to build skills people can use day to day.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
Nicola has five years of professional experience working in the United Kingdom. That includes supporting people affected by family conflict, domestic violence and past trauma.
What qualifications and location are listed?
She is listed with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does she offer?
Nicola offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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