Dr Nick Little
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About me
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience working in the helping professions. I have previously worked in the NHS, academia and the charity sector and now specialise in private practice. I approach my clinical work from a compassionate perspective, mindful of how difficult it can be to speak openly about struggling. I aim to offer space that is open-minded, compassionate and gentle but also informative and compelling in helping you work towards change.
I am experienced in working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, shame, self-criticism, low self-esteem, sexual health, perfectionism, bereavement, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, obsessive compulsivity, family strain, trauma and abuse amongst other issues. I have a special interest in in working with GSRD (Gender, Sex & Relationship Diversity), LGBTQ+ Communities, Gay Men, intersectionality and the ways in which minority stress causes us so much pain, fear, shame and isolation.
When working with you in therapy, I carefully balance focussing on the ways in which our past influences our present difficulties while still providing structured therapy to help you develop the practical tools needed to work through your current situation. I also work to help you develop a greater freedom to pursue a future in line with your personal values and goals. Throughout our work, I am mindful of our therapeutic relationship and aim to work collaboratively, knowing that this is a crucial factor in supporting you to make meaningful changes.
My preferred therapies include (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic approaches. I am also newly certified to provide EMDR for trauma as well as other struggles. In using these therapies, I aim to help my clients regulate intense emotions, manage distressing situations and enhance their interpersonal relationships all while maintaining a sense of safety and security.
I am originally from Canada and moved to the UK in 2009. I earned my doctorate degree from the University of Oxford. Before qualifying as a clinical psychologist, I worked for many years as a social worker, researcher, and educator. I now work in both the NHS and private practice.
Training, qualifications & experience
- DClinPsy | Doctor Clinical Psychology | Oxford University
- MSc | Social Psychology | London School of Economics
- PGDip | Psychology | London South Bank University
- BSW | Social Work | McGill University, Canada
- BA | Human Geography | McGill University, Canada
I currently work with adults in both the NHS and Private Practice. I trained at the Oxford Institute of Clinical Psychology Training and Research at the University of Oxford. My clinical work during the training included children and adolescents; eating disorders; adult mental health in inpatient forensic settings; older adults, grief, and bereavement; learning disabilities; and survivors of childhood abuse.
I also completed an MSc in Social Psychology at the London School of Economics and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from London South Bank University. Before moving to the UK from Canada in 2009, I completed two Bachelor's degrees at McGill University, including a Bachelor of Social Work.
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I have specialised interest in working affirmatively with the LGBTQ+ communities, GSRD (Gender, Sex & Relationship Diversity) Gay Men and in the area of Sexual Health.
Therapies offered
Fees
£120.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£120 for individual sessions or online
Private Insurance Accepted: Bupa, Axa, Cigna, Vitality WPA, Healix.
Full fee schedule visit my website: https://www.harrisonpsychologygroup.com/fees
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Starting in the end of February 2024, I will expand my private practice hours to include seeing clients Monday - Friday.
Further information
- Affirmatively working with LGBTQ+ identified clients and related struggles
- Affirmatively working with clients in a poly & non-monogamous relationships
- Affirmatively working with Gay Men
- Experienced in working with adult students, young adults, and young professionals
- Please read more on my website
