Nicola Holmes
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About me
Hello,
I'm glad you have found me. I am a Therapeutic Coach and Neurodivergent Specialist with a deep focus on ADHD. I offer spiritually integrated supervision, therapy and coaching for adults and children.
I began my journey as a qualified Psychotherapist but after a late diagnosis of ADHD, I decided to specialise in working with neurodivergent clients and supporting neurodivergent therapists in their practice.
I made this decision because I am passionate about empowering neurodivergent people and raising awareness of neurodiversity. Having lived experience of ADHD both personally and professionally.
Q. Is your ADHD driving the bus?
I want to work with people who are ready to let go of the mask and shame of being different and own their diversity.
I am a Bereavement Supervisor and being neurodiverse I feel loss and rejection more intensely and for longer. So it is really important to feel loved and accepted and if you are your authentic self, you will thrive and organically find your tribe.
Hormones play a big part in ADHD so if you are pregnant, peri-post menopausal, a teenager or heading into mid-life, your ADHD will become heightened and I want to help empower you to navigate these transitions. Afterall, it was when mine became more noticeable.
Being a neurodivergent therapist/coach, I prefer to meet face-to-face and you probably will too. My ideal spot is in nature, as it is so restorative and it is often where the noise reduces and is replaced by peacefulness.
Being in nature allows us to be in the moment and connect to our own true nature. Nature can really help to soothe and calm our emotions and acts as an anchor by grounding us, particularly if you struggle with emotional dysregulation so this is really beneficial on our wellbeing.
However, I do have a garden therapy room which contains lots of sensory objects and is a relaxing, calm, therapeutic space. My dog Freddie can join us too for snuggles, if you find animals calming.
It is easier to connect in-person and technology is a barrier. However, I appreciate that is not always practical, so in those situations, we can meet virtually on zoom. I also want to give you the choice to meet where you are most comfortable.
The most important thing is developing a therapeutic relationship where you feel safe and held and are able to find your voice. Connection is so important particularly for people who are neurodivergent.
We are attracted to people's energy and aura so my work is very intuitive. I use creative interventions in our work. We will focus on the wins to fire up the dopamine and look at the key focus for each session. There is always a domino and this will help set short term goals. Ending with some key take-aways.
In our work, we will look at interpersonal relationships, friendships, energy, burnout, self-care, finances, fun and addictions. Years of masking often leaves us usure of our own identity. Living from the inside out brings contentment and fulfilment. Finding our own identity is so empowering and will allow you to shine. Everything in the world is energy and attracts a vibrational match.
It's time for your soul to shine and to live from your higher heart and become the co-creator of your life. Dream big. Anything is possible ... x
I am committed to working ethically and demonstrate this in good practice by being a full member of a professional body, to ensure I act in your best interests. I also attend regular supervision.
Training, qualifications & experience
Therapeutic Counselling Degree (FdA) at Gloucestershire University
Cruse Awareness Bereavement Course (ABC)
Teens in Crisis Children & Young People's Accredited Course
Individual Member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner (EFT)
Diploma in Personnel Management (DIPM)
Clinical Supervisor (Online & Telephone)
ADHD Practitioner - Therapist/Coach/Mentor
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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£95.00 per session
Free initial online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
*Individuals - £120 - in-person £95.00 online
Children/Students/Concessionary rate - £75.00
*I recognise this is more than generic counsellors or more than you may be used to paying but I am a Therapist and a Coach. I also recommend you attend fortnightly, to give you time to process your sessions and implement strategies/action plans. There is some support between sessions. Discounted packages are available too.
Supervision - £75.00 in-person
£65 online
When I work
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Appointments available -
Clients Tuesday pm, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9.00 am - 7.00 pm.
Supervision Monday/Tuesday am.
Initial FREE consultations bookable directly or via my website.
