Nicola Spence, BACP

Nicola Spence is a BACP-registered therapist practising in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. She brings a human centred, compassion focused, and trauma informed orientation to her work, believing that each person is shaped by their life story and carries unique strengths and challenges. Nicola prefers to avoid relying on symptom lists or diagnostic labels; if a client seeks a therapist who centres diagnostics, she may not be the best fit.

Her approach begins with a careful exploration of what brings someone to therapy, building a shared understanding of personal history and how past experiences relate to present difficulties. From that foundation she works collaboratively to identify connections, set priorities, and plan the direction of therapy while offering choices that support empowerment and agency. Nicola values the therapeutic relationship as central to healing and honours the courage it takes to be vulnerable with another person. Having taken steps to seek support in her own life, she approaches work with humility and respect, and she welcomes the opportunity to meet people ready to explore change and growth. BACP refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online support

Nicola Spence draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy alongside a client-centered stance to support people facing stress, anxiety, grief and life changes. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it can be helpful for anxiety, low mood and motivation challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and adult relationships shape patterns of connection and trust, supporting work on intimacy, relationship difficulties and attachment-related wounds. Client-centered work emphasises empathy, respect and collaboration, giving people space to be heard and to build confidence at their own pace.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Nicola will work together with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so therapy remains collaborative and responsive.

Online therapy with Nicola is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family or mobility constraints, while allowing registered professionals to tailor support to how a person feels most comfortable engaging.