Nicole Barry

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PGDip in Psychotherapeutic Counselling MBACP

About me

If anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulties in relationships are affecting your wellbeing, you don’t have to face this alone. You may feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or unhealthy relationship patterns, and unsure how to move forward.

I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard. I will take the time to understand your experiences and see the world from your perspective. Working together, we can explore what is holding you back, gently challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, and support you in building confidence, emotional resilience, and healthier relationships. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I specialise in working with anxiety, self-esteem, and healthy relationships. I have training and experience in supporting clients to improve self-worth, confidence, communication, and assertiveness, helping you feel more secure and empowered in both your personal and professional life.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel daunting. If you’re considering therapy, I want you to know that help is available and you don’t have to continue feeling the way you do. Change is possible, and I believe you already have the strength within you to create meaningful change.

I work online and over the phone, allowing me to support clients wherever they are.

If you would like more information or wish to book an appointment, please feel free to contact me by email, text, or phone. I offer a free consultation and aim to respond to all new enquiries within 24 hours.

I specialise in supporting adults with:

Anxiety – including ongoing worry, overthinking, panic, feeling on edge, and anxiety that affects daily life or relationships

Low self-esteem and confidence – self-doubt, negative self-talk, people-pleasing, and feeling “not good enough”

Relationships – difficulties in personal or romantic relationships, unhealthy patterns, communication issues, boundaries, and developing healthier, more balanced relationships

Assertiveness and communication – finding your voice, expressing your needs, and building confidence in relationships

Emotional wellbeing – supporting you to better understand your emotions and develop healthier coping strategies

Training, qualifications & experience

I have a Certificate in Counselling and psychotherapy and a Post-Graduate Diploma in counselling and psychotherapy, both attained at Staffordshire University. I have 7 years counselling experience with a range of issues. I also have a years experience counselling NHS staff members in the NHS Staff Support Service.

I have training in building self confidence and self esteem and communication skills. I also have training working with stress, anxiety and depression.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

£55.00 per session

Concessions offered for

  • Trainee counsellors

Additional information

Sessions are priced at £55 per 50 minutes. 

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Monday 9am - 5pm

Wednesday 1pm - 5pm

Thursday 9am - 4pm

Saturday 9am - 12pm

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST7

Type of session

Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

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Online platforms

Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp
Zoom

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