Nicola Lomas, BACP

Nicola Lomas is an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor who offers a warm, non-judgmental environment where people can examine their thoughts and feelings at a pace that suits them. She draws on an integrative approach that blends ideas from different therapeutic models so sessions can be tailored to each person’s particular needs and experiences.

Nicola emphasises the uniqueness of every client and works collaboratively to find what is most helpful rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Her practice supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, challenges around sexuality and identity, and difficulties with attachment, communication, guilt, or shame. Sessions are focused on listening, validation, and helping individuals develop coping strategies and self-compassion.

A significant area of Nicola’s work is supporting survivors of sexual abuse and rape. She brings sensitivity and empathy to this work and recognises the courage it takes to seek help. Nicola aims to create a space in which survivors feel heard and respected, allowing time to explore the effects of trauma, rebuild self-trust, and strengthen resilience. Nicola holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.

Integrative and trauma-informed approaches for online therapy

Nicola practises an integrative approach that draws on a variety of therapeutic theories to tailor work to each person's needs - this means she can combine talking therapies, emotion-focused exploration, and practical strategies to address issues such as anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties. A trauma-informed approach is central when working with survivors of sexual abuse and rape - it focuses on understanding the effects of traumatic experiences, pacing the work to the client’s readiness, and supporting the restoration of safety and self-trust. Attachment-focused work looks at patterns in relationships and helps people understand how early bonds can influence present-day feelings and behaviours, which can be useful for challenges with abandonment, communication, and intimacy.

Choosing the right method is part of the therapeutic process and Nicola approaches this collaboratively. She listens to each person’s goals, preferences, and history and together they decide which techniques to prioritise, adapting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Nicola is offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier to access consistent support from home or while travelling, and allow people to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.