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Nicola Martin, BACP

Nicola Martin is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related problems.

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About Nicola

Nicola Martin is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related problems. She works with individuals who are finding everyday life hard and offers practical ways to manage strong emotions. Nicola uses a straightforward, respectful style to help people feel heard and understood.

She practises an integrative approach, which means she draws on several therapeutic models to suit each person’s needs.

Background and approach

Nicola offers coping strategies for overwhelming feelings and helps people spot patterns that keep problems going. Her work is down-to-earth and focused on small, useful changes you can try between sessions. Nicola has experience supporting people with anxiety, low mood and survivors of sexual assault, and she has worked in a mental health setting.

That background informs how she talks about safety, overwhelm and recovery without using jargon. Sessions aim to build understanding and steady progress rather than quick fixes. She also helps with issues such as abandonment, attachment and trust, difficulties after separation, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of serious illness.

Nicola listens for the practical effects these problems have on daily life and helps people develop skills to manage them. Her approach is collaborative: she works with each person to set goals and pick methods that feel right. Nicola offers sessions by video, phone, live chat and text messaging to fit different needs and routines.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	411879	October 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.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Nicola uses an integrative style, so online work often draws on a few well-established techniques. One common element is practical coping skills training, which teaches breathing, grounding and thought-management tools to reduce anxiety and overwhelm. These are taught in short exercises and practised between sessions to build confidence.

Another typical element is trauma-informed talking therapy that helps people make sense of distressing experiences. This involves pacing the conversation, naming feelings, and developing ways to manage triggers and flashbacks in day-to-day life. It is aimed at increasing emotional safety and steadiness rather than erasing difficult memories.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods and adjust the plan together based on what helps most. Clients are encouraged to give feedback so sessions stay practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls support a conversational experience similar to face-to-face work. Phone sessions can be a better fit when video is difficult or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging suit short check-ins, brief reflections, or when someone prefers typing to talking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue work even when in different places.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Nicola help with?

Nicola supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues and coping with life changes. She also works with related concerns like abandonment, attachment difficulties, guilt and shame, and caregiver stress.

How does she approach therapy?

She uses an integrative approach, drawing on several therapeutic models to match what each person needs. The focus is on practical coping strategies and understanding patterns that keep problems going.

What experience does she bring?

Nicola has three years of practice and experience working in a mental health setting. She has supported people with anxiety, low mood and survivors of sexual assault.

What professional credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. Nicola is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin a course of therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to therapist availability.