- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- CBT and ACT methods
About Nigel
Nigel Skinner is a counsellor in the United Kingdom with a BSc Psychology (Hons) and an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. He has three years of clinical counselling experience and more than 500 hours of supervised practice. Nigel works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and difficult life changes.
He follows practical approaches that help people manage the day-to-day impact of distress. In sessions he talks through what is happening, looks at patterns that keep problems going, and works on small steps to reduce overwhelm. He draws on methods such as cognitive behavioural ideas, acceptance and commitment techniques, mindfulness and motivational interviewing to do this.
Nigel’s background includes over 35 years in people management and psychology-based coaching. He combined that experience with academic training in psychology and counselling. This mix informs a direct, conversational style focused on clear goals and realistic skills you can use between sessions.
He has worked in clinical settings and supported adults, high school students and university students as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor. That experience underpins his work with common early adult pressures like leaving home, study stress, first jobs and changing relationships.
Sessions are conducted in English and Nigel works within the UK professional frameworks of BACP and NCPS as listed in his credentials. If you want to try a session, check the platform’s online therapy options and follow the steps to book a first meeting.
How Nigel uses evidence-based approaches online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that reflect their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings and behaviours interact and teaches specific techniques to change patterns that keep problems going. CBT is commonly applied to stress, anxiety and anger. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises an open, non-directive conversation where the person’s experience guides the work and where the therapist listens and reflects back what matters most.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. Nigel will discuss options with a client and try approaches that match their goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps identify practical tools and ways of working that suit everyday life.
The platform’s booking flow explains how sessions are arranged. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, shifts and travel, and they often reduce time spent commuting. They also allow for shorter check-ins when that fits a busy day, or for using audio rather than video if that suits a person better.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of young adult problems does he help with?
Nigel works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and coping with life changes. He also lists additional focus areas such as attachment issues, body image and caregiver stress.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a conversational, practical style that focuses on recognising patterns and taking manageable steps. Techniques include cognitive behavioural ideas, acceptance and commitment strategies, mindfulness and motivational interviewing.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Nigel has three years of clinical counselling experience and over 500 hours of supervised counselling practice. He also brings decades of people management and coaching experience.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds a BSc Psychology (Hons) and an MSc Counselling and Psychotherapy and is listed with BACP and NCPS. He practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I book sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
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