Nicola Spence, BACP

Human-centred, trauma-informed UK therapist

Compassion-focused care
BACP registered
Stress and anxiety

About Nicola Spence

Nicola Spence is a UK-credentialed therapist with three years of professional experience who works from a human-centred, compassion-focused, and trauma-informed perspective. She is registered with the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), and she draws on that training to support people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, motivation difficulties, low self-esteem, confidence concerns, and depression.

Nicola believes every person is shaped by their life experiences and brings unique strengths and challenges to therapy, so she avoids relying on symptom lists or diagnostic labels. If a diagnostic-focused approach is important to someone, she may not be the best fit. Instead, she collaborates with clients to explore what brings them to therapy and to build a shared understanding of their life story.

From that foundation, Nicola helps clients make connections between past experiences and present difficulties and offers choices about the direction of the work. Her role is to empower people, supporting planning and decision-making rather than prescribing solutions. She respects the courage it takes to be vulnerable with another person and feels honoured when someone entrusts her with their story, having taken that step herself a number of times. Nicola views the therapeutic relationship as central to healing and looks forward to meeting those who choose to begin that process with her.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicola Spence have?

Nicola Spence has three years of professional experience.

Is Nicola Spence a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the BACP credential, which indicates registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Nicola Spence provide therapy?

Nicola Spence provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicola Spence located?

Nicola Spence is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Nicola Spence as my therapist?

You can work with Nicola Spence through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nicola Spence work with international clients?

Nicola Spence does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicola Spence cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Sessions Be the Right Choice?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can choose the format that works best for them, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity when schedules or circumstances change.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients are free to switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many, remote therapy offers a practical, accessible way to engage in meaningful therapeutic work with qualified therapists.

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