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Nicola Channing

Nicola Channing, BACP

United Kingdom

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Counsellor - Young adult issues and relationships

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship care
  • Self esteem work

About Nicola

Nicola Channing is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) with eight years of professional experience. She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, low self-esteem, motivation and confidence. Nicola also supports those facing life changes, addiction and intimacy-related issues.

Her approach is practical and conversational. She keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what is happening now. Nicola aims to help clients notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and build more reliable day-to-day routines.

People who see her often bring problems with relationships, parenting strain, work stress or feeling stuck after a life transition. She has worked with issues linked to abandonment, attachment concerns, blended family dynamics and caregiving stress. Nicola also supports people with body image, codependency and communication problems.

Sessions are suitable for adults who want to talk through behaviour that is getting in the way of their goals. Nicola uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood, anger and addictive behaviours, and to restore clearer thinking around career and intimacy questions.

Her practical focus means clients leave sessions with small, manageable actions. Nicola can help plan next steps, whether that is coping strategies for a difficult week or longer-term changes to relationships and work. To begin, clients follow the service sign-up and booking process to arrange an initial appointment.

How evidence-based approaches work in online sessions

Nicola uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. Cognitive approaches help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of thinking in everyday situations. This can be useful for anxiety, low mood and indecision about work or relationships.

Behavioural strategies are also part of the work. These involve breaking larger problems into small, achievable steps and trying new behaviours between sessions. They are helpful for managing stress, building routine, reducing compulsive habits and addressing addictive behaviours.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Nicola will work with each client to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals. That collaborative decision is reviewed as the work progresses so methods can be adjusted if something is not helping.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into study, work or caregiving timetables and reducing travel time. Because formats were not detailed in the biography, confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make short check-ins simpler and allow continuity of support when a client is travelling or between jobs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

8+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, relationships, family concerns, low self-esteem, life changes, addictions, intimacy issues, parenting, anger, career and depression.

How would she describe her style in sessions?

Her style is practical and conversational with a focus on noticing patterns and trying new coping strategies. Sessions aim to be straightforward and focused on current concerns.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has eight years of professional experience working with adults on the issues listed in her profile.

What professional credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Can someone who does not live in the UK work with her?

International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats does she offer?

Session formats are not specified in the provided biography. Please confirm the current online session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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Nicola ChanningBACP

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