BACP

Nicola Ellis, BACP

Therapist in the UK

Nicola is a BACP therapist in the UK.

6+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy

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About Nicola

Nicola Ellis is a BACP-registered counsellor based in Colchester, United Kingdom, with six years of professional experience supporting people through difficult life moments. She blends academic training with a warm, client-led style, holding a BA (Hons) in Person-Centred Counselling - an undergraduate degree focused on counselling practice - and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology - an undergraduate degree in psychological science. Her approach is integrative and rooted in person-centred values, meaning she adapts methods and pace to fit each individual’s needs.

Nicola works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, low mood and depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, relationship and family issues, ADHD, addictions, grief, and problems with intimacy and parenting. She also offers support for career stress, compassion fatigue, eating and sleeping difficulties, and other life transitions. Nicola aims to offer a non-judgemental environment where people can explore what matters to them and build practical ways forward.

To increase accessibility, Nicola provides flexible session formats including video calls, telephone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, and she is available to work with international clients. She believes in people’s capacity for growth and is happy to begin with a brief conversation to explore how she might help.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

BACP

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression ADHD Addictions LGBTRelationship issues

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Family conflictsGrief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

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Internal Family Systems

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Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome

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Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Nicola often draws on client-centred therapy, which emphasises an accepting, empathic relationship and supports people to find their own solutions at their own pace. This approach is helpful for issues such as low mood, self-esteem concerns, and navigating life changes.

Attachment-based therapy is also a key part of her work, focusing on how early relationships shape current patterns in attachment and connection. It can be especially useful for relationship difficulties, abandonment or adoption-related concerns, and intimacy issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Nicola works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences. Registered professionals and therapists often blend techniques, and Nicola tailors that blend to suit each client.

Online therapy offers practical advantages for accessibility and flexibility. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging let people choose formats that fit their schedules, energy levels, and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support during busy periods, travel, or when in-person appointments are not possible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Nicola Ellis have?

Nicola Ellis has six years of experience practising as a counsellor.

Is Nicola Ellis a registered therapist?

Yes. Nicola Ellis holds BACP, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional membership for counsellors and psychotherapists.

In which languages does Nicola Ellis provide therapy?

Nicola provides therapy in English.

Where is Nicola Ellis located?

Nicola is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Nicola Ellis as my therapist?

You can work with Nicola Ellis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Nicola Ellis work with international clients?

Yes, Nicola Ellis works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nicola Ellis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.