Nic Perrins
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Feeling stuck, anxious, low, or unsure where to start? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’m Nic, a pragmatic, dual-accredited therapist offering private, face-to-face sessions in a quiet garden studio in Surrey, with flexible online therapy also available via Zoom.
I specialise in helping adults with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, obsessive thoughts, and overwhelming emotions—whether for the first time or something that keeps returning. Many of the people I work with are new to therapy, unsure what to expect, or wondering if their struggles are “serious enough” for counselling. Whether it’s a sudden crisis or something that’s been building over time, therapy can help create breathing space—and a way forward.
My sessions are grounded, structured, and shaped around your individual needs. I combine person-centred therapy with evidence-based tools from CBT and DBT—balancing reflective space with practical strategies. We work collaboratively to build coping skills, regulate emotions, reduce burnout, and restore a sense of clarity, confidence, and control.
You don’t need to have the right words. We begin wherever you are, and move at a pace that feels manageable and human. If you’ve been feeling stuck, irritable, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to make sense of things—this might be a good place to begin.
I’m accredited by both BACP and SfDBT, with a Master's in Psychotherapy, a degree in Psychology, and postgraduate diplomas in counselling and behavioural therapy. My practice has been formally reviewed and approved by senior clinicians, and I also bring hospital-level experience from my work in clinical mental health services.
I offer a free 15-minute call to see if I can help you—and if I’m not the right fit, I’ll do my best to point you in the right direction. No pressure. Just a calm, useful conversation to help you take that first step.
Training, qualifications & experience
I’m accredited by both BACP and SfDBT, with a Master's in Psychotherapy, a degree in Psychology, and postgraduate diplomas in counselling and behavioural therapy.
Alongside private practice, I work in hospital-based mental health settings, supporting adults with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My approach is truly integrative—drawing from person-centred therapy, CBT, and DBT-informed tools.
I’ve worked with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, low self-esteem, stress, and more. Many of my clients are new to therapy or unsure where to begin, and I’m experienced in helping them find steady ground and build confidence.
My clinical work has been independently reviewed and accredited by senior professionals as part of the SfDBT and BACP accreditation processes.
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.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, burnout, trauma, grief, panic attacks, social anxiety, relationship issues, obsessive thoughts, neurodiversity, life transitions, mental health
CBT, person-centred therapy, DBT-informed therapy, integrative counselling, behavioural therapy, talking therapy, trauma-informed therapy, self-worth, identity, mindfulness
Feeling stuck, overthinking, people-pleasing, emotional sensitivity, communication issues, difficulty setting boundaries, perfectionism, loneliness, loss of direction, feeling flat, navigating change, adult diagnosis of ADHD
Therapies offered
Fees
£85.00 - £105.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, but it’s a powerful move towards better mental health.
Before our first session, we’ll have a free introductory call to explore your current challenges and discuss how I can support you. This conversation helps us decide if working together feels right.
In our first session, I’ll ask about your background, current struggles, and goals for therapy. We’ll also discuss what you hope to achieve and address any questions about the process. From there, we can plan weekly sessions tailored to your needs, regularly reviewing your progress to ensure therapy stays aligned with your goals.
When I work
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I’ll do my best to find a time that works for you. I’m currently accepting new clients for both in-person and online sessions, and I aim to respond to enquiries within one working day.
Further information
Many of my clients aren’t sure where to start—and that’s okay. You don’t need a diagnosis or a clear goal. Just a sense that something’s not working. I offer a calm, grounded space to talk it through and see what support might help.
* Grounded and structured approach – a calm space to slow down, talk things through, and begin to feel more in control
* Dual-accredited in talking and behavioural therapies – independently reviewed and recognised for clinical skill and safety
* Experience working with ADHD, trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, and more
* I also work in clinical mental health settings alongside private practice, supporting people with complex challenges
* Integrative and evidence-based: PCT, CBT, DBT-informed tools – balancing reflection with actionable strategies
* Free 15-minute call – no pressure, just a chance to see if I can help, and if not, I’ll try to point you in the right direction
