Nathan Staniford, BACP

Nathan Staniford brings a decade of counselling experience to his work, combining roles in four NHS Foundation Trusts and a university with private practice since 2018. Over those ten years he has supported people dealing with identity questions, anxiety, family conflicts, relationship difficulties and grief or loss. He aims to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without fear of judgment, helping people explore what matters to them and consider new ways forward.

Nathan works collaboratively with each person, acknowledging that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. He offers steady support throughout that process and focuses on practical, client-led conversations that respect each person’s pace and priorities. Nathan is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects his commitment to professional practice and ongoing development.

Clients can expect a thoughtful, empathic approach that balances listening with practical options for change. Nathan’s background in both public health settings and private practice informs a flexible style suited to a broad range of personal and relational challenges.

Approaches that guide online therapy and support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, non-directive space where the client’s own goals and values lead the work - it helps with issues like identity, relationship concerns and navigating life transitions by centering the person’s experience. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and grounding practices to help manage stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions - it can improve present-moment coping and reduce reactivity. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical, forward-looking steps rather than dwelling on problems - it is helpful when clients want to identify immediate changes and set achievable goals for relationships, work or wellbeing.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Nathan works collaboratively with each person and will help determine which methods best suit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the approach as progress unfolds. Registered professionals and therapists often combine techniques to match the individual.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, limited local options or mobility constraints. It makes it possible to maintain continuity of care from different locations and to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable, while allowing regular, consistent contact to support meaningful change.