Nicola Sharma

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MBACP, DiP

About me

I am a therapist who specialises in Trauma based therapy with special interests in eating disorders, chronic/terminal illnesses and survivors of sexual and domestic abuse. I worked with the charity RASAC for 3 years, helping survivors of rape and sexual abuse. I offer a safe and confidential service helping you as an individual to be able to use your own autonomy to be able to make your own decision thus giving you the power to lead our sessions.

Training, qualifications & experience

I started my counselling training in 2017, and qualified as a therapeutic counsellor in January 2025. I have more than a lot of personal experiences in all areas of my work going back almost 40 years. However professionally I trained with the charity RASAC for 3 years gaining further insight. I have also trained with FREED London regarding eating disorders/disordered eating, these include binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, obesity and restrictive food intake. I have additional training with the NSPCC CPD within safeguarding and child protection.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£60.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Concessions are available at £40 trainee counsellors

Home visits are priced at £80+ criteria depending

When I work

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The Wellbeing Centre, 2 Briggate, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 9DP

2-2A Brooks Yard, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 2EP

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone
Home visits

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

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