- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Life purpose
About Nicola
Nicola Lilley is a BACP and NCPS-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem and relationship or family difficulties. Nicola also supports people facing changes in work, motivation or life direction, including concerns about life purpose.
Nicola practices as an integrative counsellor. That means she draws on different evidence-based techniques to suit the person she is working with rather than using a single method every time. Sessions typically focus on practical ways to manage mood, reduce anxiety and improve communication in relationships.
She speaks plain language in sessions and aims to adapt the pace and focus to what each person needs. Nicola often works on building everyday coping skills, improving confidence and sorting out unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaviour. She also addresses grief, trauma, addiction-related concerns and issues linked to intimacy and sexual wellbeing.
Nicola has experience supporting people with ADHD, bipolar and mood disorders, as well as those coping with carer stress, isolation and midlife transitions. Her work includes helping people process guilt, shame, abandonment and attachment issues so they can make clearer decisions about what comes next.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and book a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Nicola offers sessions in English and accepts international clients.
How integrative approaches translate to online sessions
Nicola works as an integrative counsellor, which means she combines methods to match the issue at hand. For example, she may use structured techniques that help people change unhelpful thinking and behaviour - useful for anxiety, low mood and compulsive patterns. She may also use relational and attachment-informed ways of working to help people understand recurring relationship and intimacy difficulties.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. Nicola will talk with each person about goals, past experience of therapy and preferences, then agree on a plan to review and adapt as work progresses. The choice of techniques can change as priorities shift or new issues emerge.
The practical benefits of online work vary by format, so please confirm available session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats use less bandwidth and do not require being on camera, which can help with low-energy days or when a quieter setup is needed. Registered or accredited professionals can tailor timing and focus so therapy sits alongside everyday commitments.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, and life changes such as career shifts or midlife concerns.
How would she approach someone feeling stuck?
She uses an integrative approach, drawing on different evidence-based techniques to build practical coping skills and clarify next steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational issues.
What are her qualifications and where is she based?
She is registered with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does accept international clients.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What is the first step to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.