Nigel Skinner, BACP, NCPS

Nigel Skinner (BACP, NCPS) helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger or low self‑esteem. He works with those facing major life changes and with a range of related concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image and caregiver stress. Nigel offers a calm, non-judgemental space to talk and to find practical ways forward.

Nigel draws on a background in psychology and people management to shape his counselling. He completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with honours and an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Over three years of clinical counselling work have been supported by more than 500 hours of supervised practice.

In sessions he focuses on clear, everyday steps that can help someone feel steadier and more able to cope. He uses approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness and client‑centred listening to help people identify values, change unhelpful thinking and build calm routines.

Nigel has also worked with high school students and university students as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor, and he brings that experience into how he supports adults who feel stuck or anxious. He aims to help people become more resilient and regain confidence in daily life.

Clients find the work practical and straightforward, with attention to what can be tried between sessions. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.

How Nigel uses therapy approaches online

Nigel uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people identify what matters to them and take small actions that match those values. ACT is useful for stress, anxiety and situations where someone wants to feel more purposeful rather than eliminate all difficult feelings.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is used to spot unhelpful thought patterns and test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT can help with anxiety, low mood and anger by breaking problems into manageable steps and practical exercises.

Client‑centred work and mindfulness are also part of his approach, offering attentive listening and simple practices that build awareness and calm. These methods aim to make day‑to‑day life feel more manageable and to support clearer decision making.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Nigel will work with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made.

Please confirm the specific session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to maintain regular appointments and to practice between sessions when therapy fits into their routine.