Dr Emily Nickerson

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About me

Life is hard, and being human isn’t always easy. At times, we feel stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the past. Unexpected challenges can arise, or we might feel unfulfilled even when everything seems fine on the surface. Major life transitions can bring stress and uncertainty, while painful emotions like anxiety, grief, shame, or anger can affect our relationships, work, and overall well-being.

Therapy offers a space to navigate these human experiences with support and understanding. It’s a place to explore your emotions, relationships, and personal challenges while developing new ways to engage with life. It can also help you make sense of past experiences and how they shape what’s going on for you in the present. Most importantly, therapy provides a space where you are seen and heard.

I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. My role is to support you as you work through life’s challenges, equipping you with the tools to grow and move toward the life you want.

Therapy is a collaborative process—we are a team, each bringing something valuable to the journey. Because everyone is unique, I tailor my approach to suit your needs, drawing from various evidence-based therapeutic models, including psychodynamic therapy, compassion-focused therapy (CFT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and existential therapy. These approaches have helped past clients feel empowered to find a way forward through their personal challenges and develop skills for everyday life. 

In our first session, we’ll discuss your hopes for therapy and how we can work together to create meaningful change.

Training, qualifications & experience

I have 10 years experience working with people of all ages from diverse backgrounds. My work spans NHS primary and secondary care, charitable organizations, and schools. Currently, I am a psychologist in an NHS specialist service for complex trauma, relationship trauma, and PTSD, alongside my private practice.

My passion for this work comes from a deep curiosity about human experiences—how we become who we are, how relationships and life events shape us, and how we overcome adversity. I specialize in working with trauma and life transitions, especially with young adults, who often face pivotal decisions around identity, careers, and relationships.

I am registered with the BPS and HCPC.

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

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HCPC
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

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Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£120.00 per session

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Further information

Session fee: £120 (50 minutes)
Format: Online (video sessions)

Finding the right therapist is important. I offer a free 20-minute initial consultation by phone or video to discuss your needs and see if we’re a good fit. This is an opportunity to explore what you are hoping for in therapy and how we might work together.

If we decide to work together, I will provide a therapy contract outlining confidentiality policies, data protection, fees, and cancellation terms.

Please reach out by email, and I will do my best to get back to you within 48 hours.

London, Greater London, SW6

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Dr Emily Nickerson
Dr Emily Nickerson