About me
Nathan (he/him) – Counsellor | GSRD Accredited | Inclusive, Identity-Affirming Therapy in Peterborough & Online.
Life can often feel overwhelming, especially during periods of uncertainty or transition. Whether you are navigating a recent discovery of neurodivergence, exploring your queer identity, coping with a specific life event, or seeking to find your place in the world, I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment to help you process your experiences.
My name is Nathan, and I am dedicated to creating an inclusive, affirming, and non-judgmental therapeutic space—available in person, online, or by phone. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and identities, approaching each individual’s unique experience through an intersectional lens that honours complexity and promotes understanding.
My goal is to help you feel heard, validated, and empowered to move forward with confidence.
My practice is grounded in the belief that to truly support someone, we must recognise and affirm all aspects of who they are. Identity is not one-dimensional—it shapes the way we experience the world, and the challenges we face within it.
As someone whose own identity includes being mixed-race, neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism & Dyspraxia), and Queer, I understand firsthand how these intersecting experiences can inform our mental health and well-being. My training includes advanced accreditation through Pink Therapy as a Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) Therapist, equipping me to work confidently with LGBTQ+ clients and those navigating non-traditional relationships or identities.
Before becoming a counsellor, I worked in a range of roles supporting young people and adults in Peterborough, particularly those affected by substance use, mental health challenges, gender and sexuality-related concerns, homelessness, the criminal justice system, and victimisation. These roles deepened my understanding of systemic barriers and helped shape my trauma-informed, client-centred approach.
I bring not only professional training and experience but also the lived experience of being a client myself. Undergoing therapy during my own training—and continuing with it today—has provided me with a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to engage in this work. It also informs how I build strong, respectful, and collaborative therapeutic relationships with my clients.
I am particularly passionate about advocating for equity and inclusion, and I bring this commitment into all areas of my work.
Counselling Services
I offer individual counselling for adults (18+) from my private practice in Dogsthorpe, Peterborough—conveniently located near the city centre, with free on-street parking and good public transport links. I also provide sessions via Zoom or telephone for those who prefer remote support.
As one of the few male counsellors in the area, I bring a unique and empathetic perspective, while offering a confidential and supportive space tailored to your needs.
What is Counselling?
Counselling is a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can safely explore the issues affecting your life. Rather than offering advice, I support you in understanding yourself more fully—identifying root causes of distress, exploring patterns, and discovering new ways of coping and relating. While counselling doesn’t offer quick fixes, it can be a powerful catalyst for change in how we respond to life’s challenges.
What to Expect
Our initial session will be an assessment, allowing us to explore your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, and any relevant personal history. This first meeting is also a chance for us to establish whether we’re a good fit, and to agree on clear boundaries in line with professional ethical guidelines. Above all, you’ll be met with warmth, respect, and a collaborative spirit as we begin this work together.
The Counselling Process
Therapy can sometimes bring up difficult memories and emotions—it’s part of the healing process, and it’s not uncommon to feel more vulnerable before feeling better. Real change takes time, patience, and willingness to engage deeply with your experiences. I will walk alongside you on this journey, offering consistent support, compassion, and professional guidance as we work together toward greater clarity, resilience, and self-understanding
Training, qualifications & experience
About Me
I work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework, ensuring I offer a professional, safe, and ethical counselling practice. As part of this commitment, I engage in regular monthly clinical supervision. Client confidentiality is central to my work — I do not share names or any identifying information during supervision or at any other time.
Alongside my formal qualifications, I am dedicated to continuous professional development (CPD), attending several training sessions each year to stay current with best practices and emerging research. Topics I have recently trained in include:
Race, Culture & Intersectional Therapeutic Practice
Working with LGBT+ People
Polyvagal Theory: Managing Anxiety & Trauma
Treating Generalised Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Working with Trauma
Anger Management
Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Young People with PTSD
Stalking and Harassment
Safeguarding Legislation and Practice
Experience
Based in Peterborough, I have worked with a number of organisations, including:
The YMCA
Thorpe Hall Hospice
YPCS (Young People’s Counselling Service)
Embrace CVOC
City College Peterborough
In addition to this experience, I now run my own private counselling practice in Peterborough.
Qualifications
Advanced Specialist Diploma in Gender, Sex & Relationship Diversity – Pink Therapy (2023)
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (2016)
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Theories (2014)
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (2012)
Areas of Specialism
I work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues, including but not limited to:
Transgender, non-binary and gender diverse identities
Gender identity and sexuality
GSRD (Gender, Sex & Relationship Diversity) relationships
Bisexuality
Kink/BDSM
Sex workers
Intersectionality
Shame and internalised oppression
Intimate partner violence
ADHD and Autism (Neurodivergence)
Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 - £90.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£70 - 50 minute session
£100 - 80 minute session
I hold two low cost spaces.
*Training and consultancy rates on request
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