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Nicola Longson, BACP

Compassionate UK therapist for anxiety and trauma
  • Client-centered care
  • Evidence-based tools
  • Support for families

About Nicola Longson

Nicola Longson is a UK-based therapist with five years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and anger management. She works with a wide range of concerns including relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, grief, intimacy challenges, sleep problems, parenting and career transitions, as well as mood conditions such as depression and bipolar presentations. Nicola also offers support around attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, codependency, communication and control problems, and the practical and emotional effects of separation and blended family life.

Holding BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - Nicola blends client-centered listening with structured techniques to tailor a treatment plan to each person's needs. She places emphasis on respect, sensitivity and compassion, and approaches each conversation with the intention of empowering clients to make meaningful change. Nicola frames therapy as a collaborative process and adapts dialogue and strategies to suit individual goals and preferences. Seeking therapy is a courageous step, and Nicola aims to provide steady support and practical guidance for people working toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Nicola Longson have?

Nicola Longson has 5 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life challenges.

Is Nicola Longson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Nicola Longson holds BACP accreditation, which is membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

In which languages does Nicola Longson provide therapy?

Nicola Longson provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicola Longson located?

Nicola Longson is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Nicola Longson as my therapist?

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

Does Nicola Longson work with international clients?

No. Nicola Longson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicola Longson 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.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Practical Support



Nicola commonly integrates client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where the person's perspective guides the work - this approach helps people feel heard and supported while they explore their concerns. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a structured method that helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and introduces practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety, low mood, and sleep disturbance. For those affected by past harm, Nicola draws on trauma-focused techniques that prioritize safety, stabilization, and gradual processing of traumatic memories and their everyday effects.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Nicola treats this as a collaborative process. She will work with each client to assess needs, trial approaches, and adapt plans so treatment fits personal goals and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine methods to suit the individual rather than relying on a single model.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it simpler to fit sessions into busy lives or to access help from different locations. These formats can increase accessibility and convenience while preserving the collaborative, evidence-informed work that supports change.

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