Counsellor profile
Nicola Goodison, BACP
Counsellor for stress and relationships
See online counselling options- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem
- Workplace issues
About Nicola
Counsellor Nicola Goodison is a BACP member with five years of professional experience. She works with people in the United Kingdom on stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, career concerns and coping with life changes.
Nicola describes clients as the experts of their own stories and looks for the strengths people already have. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than jargon. She aims to help people notice small changes that make daily life easier.
Her work often centres on communication problems, control issues and workplace difficulties. Nicola also helps with forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and questions about life purpose or self-love. Conversations may explore how current patterns started and what small adjustments could reduce pressure.
Nicola uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. She will work together with each person to choose approaches that suit their situation. The emphasis is on straightforward tools and reflections that can be used between appointments.
People who contact Nicola are invited to describe what matters to them and try a practical first step in a session. She offers clear explanations of methods and what to expect. This helps people decide whether to continue and which areas to focus on next.
Therapeutic approaches and online counselling
Nicola works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on thoughts, feelings and practical coping skills. One common approach looks at thought patterns and the links between thinking and feeling; it helps when anxiety or low mood get in the way of daily life. Another approach concentrates on practical problem solving and communication skills, which can help with workplace issues and relationship strain.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Nicola will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and can be reviewed as progress is made.
If you are considering sessions online, please confirm the current session formats before booking. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into their day, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Nicola can explain how she runs sessions and what to expect when you complete the matching questionnaire and arrange the first meeting.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does she help with most often?
She commonly supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and career-related concerns. Additional focus areas include communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, isolation and life purpose.
What is her therapeutic style?
Nicola uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical approaches. Sessions focus on clear tools and reflections people can use between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional counselling experience in the UK. That is the length of time noted in her profile.
Which professional body is she a member of?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP.
In which language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact fees are detailed on the booking pages.
How do I get started?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. That begins the process of arranging meetings.
Details come from information the counsellor supplied to BetterHelp. A membership or registration can be checked on the professional body's own register.
Online counselling is not emergency care. In an emergency call 999, or see the help numbers.