Nicola (Nicki) Cartmill, BACP

Nicola (Nicki) Cartmill is an NCS-accredited integrative counsellor who combines theoretical training with warmth, kindness and practical insight. She adapts therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs, creating a supportive environment for people who are unsure of their direction and need help finding their own way forward. Nicola is also a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - reflecting her commitment to recognised professional standards.

She supports people experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, low self-esteem, depression, social anxiety and other difficult emotions, helping them to unravel complex feelings and develop coping strategies that offer relief in the moment. Communication and relationship difficulties, finding meaning in life and adjusting to change are central areas of her work. Nicola has extensive experience working with bereavement, grief and loss, and with trauma, bringing a compassionate, steady presence and practical tools to help people navigate challenging transitions.

Integrative approaches for online therapeutic support

Nicola (Nicki) Cartmill works with approaches that translate well to online formats and focus on relationships, emotion and personal meaning. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns shape current ways of relating; it can help when issues such as fear of abandonment, difficulty trusting others or problems with intimacy are present. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, non-directive stance where the therapist follows the client’s pace, supporting self-exploration, increased self-esteem and clearer decision-making. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps identify and reshape core emotional responses within relationships, aiding people who want to improve connection, communication and emotional understanding.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Nicola approaches that process collaboratively, listening to each person’s needs, goals and preferences and adapting methods to find the best fit for their situation. This collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions to what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility and accessibility. Video calls allow face-to-face connection when meeting in person is difficult, phone sessions provide convenience, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit those who prefer written communication or need shorter, more frequent contact. Working this way enables registered professionals and therapists to offer consistent support around life’s demands and transitions.