About me
Counselling with Nick Aspey
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel daunting. You may have been struggling for some time, trying to manage on your own, or perhaps something has happened recently that has left you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or unlike yourself. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about whatever is happening in your life. My aim is not to tell you what to do or to offer quick fixes, but to work alongside you to help you understand your experiences, reconnect with your strengths and move towards the life you want to live.
My approach
At the heart of my practice is Person-Centred Therapy. I believe that people are not broken and do not need to be "fixed". Emotional distress often develops as an understandable response to difficult experiences, relationships or life circumstances. Therapy offers an opportunity to make sense of those experiences, discover new perspectives and develop greater self-understanding.
Research consistently shows that one of the most important factors in successful therapy is the quality of the relationship between counsellor and client. For this reason, I place great importance on creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, authenticity and acceptance. My hope is that you will feel heard, understood and accepted exactly as you are.
While my work is grounded in Person-Centred Therapy, I recognise that every individual is different. Rather than expecting clients to fit a particular model, I tailor my approach to your unique needs and goals. Where appropriate, I integrate ideas and techniques from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Internal Family Systems-informed practice. This allows us to work in a way that feels both collaborative and flexible while remaining centred on what is most helpful for you.
Areas I can help with
People seek counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing:
- Anxiety, stress or panic
- Depression or low mood
- Low self-esteem or self-confidence
- Bereavement and loss
- Relationship difficulties
- Workplace stress or burnout
- Life transitions
- Trauma or difficult past experiences
- Self-criticism, shame or guilt
- Regret and difficulties forgiving yourself
- Feeling stuck or lacking direction
- General feelings of dissatisfaction or emotional overwhelm
Whether your difficulties have a clear cause or you simply know that something doesn't feel right, therapy can provide the space to explore what is happening and identify meaningful ways forward.
My experience
I hold a Master's degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, awarded with Distinction, and I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Alongside my private practice, I have experience working within an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), supporting clients with a wide range of emotional, psychological and workplace-related concerns. I continue to undertake extensive professional development to ensure my practice remains current, thoughtful and evidence-informed.
Alongside clinical practice, I have a particular interest in psychotherapy research, especially in the areas of regret, self-forgiveness and how people move beyond experiences that leave them feeling stuck. My Master's dissertation was a systematic literature review exploring therapeutic approaches to regret and self-forgiveness, and I continue to develop training and educational resources based on this work.
What therapy with me is like
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel genuinely listened to rather than judged, analysed or rushed towards solutions. Together we will explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you, developing a deeper understanding of yourself while identifying practical ways of moving forward where helpful.
Many clients tell me that simply having a space where they can speak openly, without fear of criticism or pressure, is something they have not experienced before. My aim is to offer that space while helping you build confidence, resilience and self-understanding that extends beyond our sessions.
Therapy is not about becoming someone different. It is about becoming more fully yourself.
Taking the next step
Finding the right therapist is an important decision. If you think my approach may be right for you, I would be pleased to arrange an initial conversation where we can discuss what has brought you to counselling, what you hope to achieve and whether we feel we are a good fit to work together.
Whatever you decide, taking the step to seek support is an important act of self-care, and I wish you every success on your journey.
You can book an appointment immediately by following the link below:
Training, qualifications & experience
- Certificate in Counselling - University of Salford
- MSC - Counselling & Psychotherapy (Distinction) - University of Salford
I also hold an BA in Politics, an MA in Government and have years of experience of working in a busy and competitive corporate environment.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£20.00 - £50.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Student rates - £20.00 per hour
Student therapists in training to become a counsellor/psychotherapist - £20.00
Clients in receipt of benefits - £20.00
When I work
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Further information
You can check my availability and book an appointment or an initial discussion through the URL below:
http://www.nickaspeytherapy.co.uk
If it shows I'm available that means that I'm at my desk waiting for your appointment so you could literally book your first session right this minute and be taking your first step in a new direction within the hour.
