- Anxiety and panic
- Integrative approach
- BACP registered
About Nicola
Nicola Martin is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety and relationship problems. She also supports those coping with trauma and intimacy-related issues. Nicola works with people who are finding everyday life hard and offers practical ways to manage difficult emotions.
She uses an integrative approach, which means she draws on several counselling models to suit each person. That lets her suggest coping strategies and small steps to reduce overwhelm and manage panic attacks or low mood. Nicola aims for clear, sensible tools that people can try between sessions.
Nicola has three years of experience and time spent working in a mental health setting. She has supported people with anxiety, depression and survivors of sexual assault. She also works with concerns such as abandonment, attachment problems, caregiver stress, cancer-related distress and issues around trust or commitment.
In sessions she listens first to understand what feels most urgent. Then she and the person agree practical ways forward, which might include emotion regulation techniques and talking through relationship patterns. The focus is on gradual change and skills people can use in daily life.
Sessions are offered in English from the United Kingdom. Nicola is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and draws on evidence-based techniques when planning work with clients.
How evidence-based approaches can help online
Nicola draws on established, evidence-based techniques to guide her work. One approach she commonly uses is integrative counselling, which blends methods from different models to suit what each person needs. That might involve talking through patterns in relationships and trying small behavioural changes to reduce anxiety and improve connection.She also offers practical coping strategies aimed at anxiety and panic attacks, such as breathing and grounding techniques and step-by-step plans to handle sudden symptoms. These approaches focus on skills people can practice between sessions to build confidence and reduce overwhelm.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicola works with each person to identify goals and preferences, then adapts methods as therapy progresses. That way the plan remains practical and responsive to changing needs.
If you are considering online work, please confirm the available session formats before booking as they are not specified here. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue regular therapy while managing work, family and health commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Nicola help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties and trauma. Nicola also helps with intimacy-related issues and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Nicola uses an integrative style, drawing on several counselling models to match a person’s needs. She focuses on practical coping strategies and clear steps to manage emotions.
What is her relevant experience?
She has three years of professional experience and has worked in a mental health setting. That background includes supporting people with anxiety, depression and survivors of sexual assault.
What credentials and region are associated with Nicola?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.