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Nathan Staniford, BACP

Nathan Staniford is a counsellor with ten years' experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, grief and relationship strain.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
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About Nathan

Nathan Staniford is a counsellor with ten years' experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, grief and relationship strain. He offers a calm, non-judgemental presence and aims to make it easier to talk about what matters. He works in a straightforward way so people can take the next step towards feeling better.

He uses a client-centred approach that focuses on the person's own goals and pace. That means the conversation is shaped by what the client brings, not by a fixed programme.

Background and approach

He also draws on mindfulness techniques to help people manage overwhelming thoughts and strong emotions in the moment. Nathan applies solution-focused methods when clients want practical steps to move forward. These techniques help identify small, realistic changes that build confidence and reduce stress.

He adapts the balance of listening and practical tools to each person's needs. His background includes work in four NHS foundation trusts and a university, and he has run a independent practice since 2018. That range of settings has exposed him to a wide mix of life challenges and ways of working with them.

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Nathan works with issues such as trauma and abuse, addiction, parenting pressures, body image, chronic illness, and career concerns. He also supports people dealing with intimacy problems, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD and compassion fatigue.

Sessions are offered in English and Nathan accepts international clients.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	250007	August 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Nathan works in ways that suit practical lives and varied needs. Client-Centred Therapy means the conversation follows the person's own priorities and timing, helping them feel heard and understood while they decide what change looks like. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness skills to reduce reactivity to stress and strong emotions, which can help with anxiety, grief and trauma symptoms.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, achievable steps and what already works. It is useful for people who want clear actions and short-term progress. Nathan sees choosing an approach as a collaborative process - he will explore goals, preferences and needs with the client and then agree on a way forward together rather than imposing a single method.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging to provide flexibility. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited, live chat fits quick check-ins, and messaging suits ongoing, brief contact between meetings. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving or travel, and to try different formats to see what helps most.

Frequently asked

What sorts of problems can Nathan help with?

He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, trauma and abuse, and issues around self-esteem, career and parenting.

What is his therapeutic style like?

The style is warm and practical. Nathan listens without judgement, uses client-centred conversation, and offers mindfulness and solution-focused tools when helpful.

How long has he been practising?

He has ten years of counselling experience, having worked in NHS settings, a university, and independent practice since 2018.

Where is he based and what accreditation does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats are available online?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

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