Nicola Burgess , BACP

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Nicola draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape online work in a way that fits each person's needs. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on empathy and respect, helping people explore feelings and build self-acceptance through a supportive therapeutic relationship - it is often used for issues like low self-esteem, relationship concerns and life transitions.

Narrative Therapy helps clients separate themselves from their problems by examining the stories they live by and considering alternative meanings, which can be useful for trauma, patterns in relationships and identity-related concerns.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and existing strengths to create change quickly, making it helpful for people seeking focused work on specific goals such as coping strategies, stress reduction or communication skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process; Nicola works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods feel most helpful based on their goals, preferences and life context. She adapts the blend of approaches as therapy progresses to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical benefits including flexible scheduling across video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and daily commitments while maintaining continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists who can tailor the format to each person's needs.