Nigel Mckeown, BACP
BACP-credentialed UK therapist for life change
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- CBT and psychodynamic
About Nigel Mckeown
Nigel Mckeown is a UK-based therapist with four years of professional experience who supports people navigating stress, anxiety, motivation challenges, self-esteem concerns, and major life changes. He holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting his formal standing within the UK's counselling profession.
Nigel works with a wide range of issues including relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction, parenting and fatherhood concerns, intimacy and commitment issues, career-related stress, and coping with caregiving pressures. His approach is informed by a blend of Client-Centered practice, psychodynamic ideas, and cognitive behavioural techniques, allowing him to adapt interventions to each person’s needs and goals.
In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. He emphasizes an individualised working relationship, calibrating style and methods to the client’s situation rather than relying on a single formula. Nigel frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process focused on building insight, practical coping strategies, and greater confidence to pursue a more fulfilling life.
Seeking change can take courage, and Nigel positions himself as a supportive professional who helps clients identify strengths, set achievable goals, and take steady steps toward meaningful improvements.
Nigel works with a wide range of issues including relationship and family difficulties, grief, trauma and abuse, addiction, parenting and fatherhood concerns, intimacy and commitment issues, career-related stress, and coping with caregiving pressures. His approach is informed by a blend of Client-Centered practice, psychodynamic ideas, and cognitive behavioural techniques, allowing him to adapt interventions to each person’s needs and goals.
In sessions he aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. He emphasizes an individualised working relationship, calibrating style and methods to the client’s situation rather than relying on a single formula. Nigel frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process focused on building insight, practical coping strategies, and greater confidence to pursue a more fulfilling life.
Seeking change can take courage, and Nigel positions himself as a supportive professional who helps clients identify strengths, set achievable goals, and take steady steps toward meaningful improvements.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual dysfunctionSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nigel Mckeown have?
Nigel has four years of professional experience working with clients on a variety of concerns.
Is Nigel Mckeown a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP membership - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
In which languages does Nigel Mckeown provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Nigel Mckeown located?
Nigel is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Nigel Mckeown as my therapist?
You can work with Nigel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nigel Mckeown work with international clients?
Nigel does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nigel Mckeown cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Nigel'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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy and Practical Support
Nigel draws from Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns - this approach can help clients understand attachment styles and improve connection and trust in intimate and family relationships. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, offering a respectful, non-directive space where the client’s experience guides the pace and focus of work, which often supports self-esteem, motivation, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key tool Nigel employs to identify unhelpful thinking and develop concrete strategies to manage anxiety, low mood, and stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Nigel works collaboratively with clients to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration allows techniques to be tailored over time as priorities shift.
Online therapy with Nigel offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place via video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and fit therapy into a busy life while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who can adapt methods to each person’s circumstances.