Nikki Holmes
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About me
Welcome! I am a fully qualified counsellor with a rich and diverse background in mental health and counselling. With 14 years of experience working within mental health (counselling /psychotherapy), and 22 years of dedicated service working with young people in education, I am here to support you on your journey to well-being. I hold a BSc in Counselling, specialize as a trauma therapist, and am a Registered Member of the BACP and an Accredited Member of the NCS.
A Safe, Confidential Space for Growth:
My practice offers a safe and confidential environment where you will never feel judged or uncomfortable. Together, we will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to help you move forward in a more positive light.
Extensive Experience Across Sectors:
My work spans across various sectors, including emergency services, global & international companies, social services, and children / young people. As an experienced Critical Incident Debrief Practitioner, I have successfully supported international and global companies in managing critical incidents. Additionally, my work with Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for a global company has equipped me with the skills to address work-related issues effectively.
Special Interests and Expertise:
I have a particular interest in working with clients dealing with relationship or work-related stress, anxiety, and trauma. My extensive experience includes working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, and those who have difficulty understanding their feelings and emotions. I am also dedicated to supporting Macmillan patients from the beginning of their individualized cancer journeys, providing compassionate and tailored care throughout their process.
Passionate About Mental Health and Well-being:
I am deeply passionate about mental health and well-being. Over the years, I have worked with adults and vulnerable children facing a wide variety of personal issues, including:
- Stress – work-related stress, bullying in the workplace
- Anxiety and depression
- Bereavement and loss
- Relationship issues – divorce or separation, toxic friendships/relationships
- Addictions, anger management
- Self-harm and suicidal ideation
- Trauma
- Critical Incidents
- Domestic violence, childhood issues/traumas
- Low confidence or self-esteem
- Neurodiversity difficulties (diagnosed and undiagnosed)
Tailored Counselling Approach:
Every individual experience’s life and its difficulties differently, requiring bespoke therapy. I utilize the counselling model most appropriate to your unique needs. Together, we will explore your feelings and relationships, resolving issues that may stem from your past and cause present difficulties.
Embracing the Here and Now with CBT:
In our CBT counselling sessions, we will focus on the here and now to understand, accept, and explore your thoughts, feelings, and negative behaviours that impact your life. You will learn skills to deal with future problems using the CBT approach.
Take the Courageous Step:
You have already taken a courageous step by seeking help. I am here for you. Do not suffer in silence. Contact me today and begin your journey to well-being.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my page. I look forward to working with you.
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Training, qualifications & experience
BSc (Hons) Counselling
Critical Incident Debrief Practitioner
Trauma Informed Therapist
Diploma in Grief and Bereavement
Certificate in Mindfulness for Stress
ABC Level 4 Diploma in the Theory and Practice of Counselling
ABC Level 3 Child Counselling
ABC Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
ABC Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Concepts
CPCAB Introduction to Counselling Skills Award
Additional Qualifications:
CPD Certificate in Mindfulness for Stress
National Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator Award (SENCO)
PGCE Inclusion & Vulnerable Learners
I am from a Person-Centred & Psychodynamic Counselling background and can also offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as well. As a qualified counsellor I work according to the BACP regulations and ethical guidelines, ensuring my practice is to a high standard.
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
Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£50 bank transfer for 18yrs and over
£45 bank transfer for young people and children
£70 bank transfer for relationship therapy (couples)
£65 bank transfer for clinical supervision
When I work
I am availabe to provide telephone, zoom, walk and talk therapy or face to face counselling sessions.
I offer a free no obligation 30 minute telephone consultation.
Further information
I am a compassionate and confident psychotherapist/counsellor offering a variety of counselling services for issues such as anxiety, grief, stress, suicidal ideation, depression, trauma, confidence/self-esteem, and abuse.
My therapeutic approach is individualized to meet your specific needs, as we are all unique and experience life, pain, and trauma differently. By focusing on your personal journey, I aim to provide tailored support that addresses your distinct challenges and goals, ensuring that our work together is both meaningful and effective.
Friendly, non-judgmental, and confident in establishing a trusting rapport with clients, I strive to help you understand, accept, and change any negative mindsets or behaviours that have been impeding your life. You can expect to be treated with respect and honesty in a warm, approachable atmosphere.
My goal is to create a safe space where you feel comfortable exploring your thoughts and feelings. Together, we will work collaboratively to move you forward positively, empowering you to overcome obstacles and achieve a more fulfilling life.
