Welcome to Nh Counselling and Psychotherapy
A confidential space to explore the thoughts, feelings and challenges in your life
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my website. My name is Nicola Hydes and I am an Integrative (MBACP) Accredited psychotherapist providing both short- and long-term therapy to individuals within the UK.
Face-to-face counselling can be a daunting process in itself but there may be a number of reasons why you do not feel meeting in person would be right for you.
I offer counselling over the phone, and via Zoom. Through my many years of experience of working for a mental health charity and within an education setting. I have learned that there are many other ways for individuals to communicate - and for some where face-to-face is not possible, alternative support is definitely better than none at all.
I offer a chance to reflect on the difficulties or problems you are experiencing in a safe and confidential environment, with someone from outside your day-to-day life. Together we can explore your situation in a way that leads to fresh perspectives - and perhaps a new understanding of yourself. Counselling isn’t about giving you solutions or advice, but empowering you to make your own changes.
I work with people from all walks of life and backgrounds, coming to me with a diverse range of problems. As a fully-qualified psychotherpist I am an accredited member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and abide by their code of ethics.
Speak in Confidence
Counselling takes place in a safe space, where you can meet with someone who will listen with sensitivity and empathy - and without judgement. In the therapy space thoughts and feelings can be expressed freely and in confidence.
A problem shared...
Trouble with a relationship; anxiety or panic attacks; mood swings or depression - many people face difficulties in their everyday lives that can be hard to get on top of. Counselling gives us a set of tools we can use to help gain a better understanding of what’s causing these problems - and how you can move towards managing or resolving them.
Make, healthier new choices
Working together I can help you gain greater insight into the difficulties you are facing, help you understand why you act or react to them the way you do, and see how you can start to make better, heathier choices moving forward.
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling/psychotherapy
Stress
Trauma
Depression
Relationship problems
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger
Anxiety
Problems with addiction
Sexuality
Post-traumatic stress
Grief, loss or bereavement
Work or retirement
Abuse
Family or school life
Humanistic Therapy
“Humanistic therapy focuses on helping people free themselves from disabling assumptions and attitudes so they can live fuller lives.''
Psychodynamic
'The psychodynamic approach to psychology focuses on the internal, unconscious mental forces that individuals are largely unaware of, but drive emotions and actions. Unconscious psychological activities include underlying desires and anxieties that are present deep within the mind yet influence personality and behavior.''
Cognitive Behavioural Therapies
''Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a type of talking therapy. It is a common treatment for a range of mental health problems. CBT teaches you coping skills for dealing with different problems. It focuses on how your thoughts, beliefs and attitudes affect your feelings and actions.''
My location
I work from home in Cardiff, South Wales and see clients throughout the UK. I provide online and telephone Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Fees & availability
Counselling sessions for individuals last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis, and cost £50 per session.
I also provide a limited number of spaces for those on low-income or for students; contact me to enquire about availability.
Note that if you want to cancel an appointment I require 24 hours notice; otherwise you will still need to pay for any sessions missed. I accept payment via bank transfer/paypal.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment.
This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07361536300 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial assessment..
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.
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