Nigel Skinner, BACP, NCPS

Nigel Skinner brings a practical, person-focused approach to helping people manage stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger, and challenges with self-esteem and life transitions. He combines more than three years of clinical counselling experience with a long career in people management and psychology-based coaching, using that background to support clients who feel stuck or overwhelmed. Nigel holds a BSc in Psychology with honours - a bachelor's degree that provided a foundation in psychological theory - and an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, a master's level qualification that shaped his clinical skills. He has completed over 500 hours of supervised clinical counselling and has worked in clinical settings with adults and high school students, as well as serving as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor to university students.

Nigel works collaboratively to explore what is happening for each person, seeking clarity and practical steps that can be applied day to day to build resilience and confidence. His practice addresses a wide range of concerns including trauma and abuse, attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, communication and relationship difficulties, and coping with change. With experience across diverse presenting problems, Nigel aims to help clients feel more grounded and able to move forward with renewed purpose and practical strategies.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Nigel commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports living in line with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and coping with change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, offering practical techniques for managing symptoms of stress, anxiety, and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Nigel approaches this collaboratively. He will work with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and tailor techniques or combine approaches to fit each person - the choice of method evolves from the conversation between therapist and client.

Online therapy with Nigel is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from a registered professional without the need to travel, helping people maintain momentum in therapy while balancing other commitments.