Who am I?
People often describe me as warm, genuine, curious and easy to talk to. I believe that feeling truly heard can be incredibly powerful, and I aim to create a space where clients feel safe enough to be themselves without fear of judgement.
My journey into counselling began after experiencing first-hand how transformative therapy can be. It gave me a deeper understanding of myself and inspired a passion for helping others make sense of their own experiences. I know that reaching out for support can feel daunting, so I believe in building a genuine therapeutic relationship where clients feel accepted, understood and free from judgement as they explore whatever they want to bring.
My approach to counselling is integrative and client-led, meaning I tailor therapy to the individual rather than expecting clients to fit a particular model. My foundation is person-centred, providing warmth, empathy and acceptance, while drawing on psychodynamic ideas, attachment theory and evidence-based approaches such as CBT where they may be helpful.
I view therapy as a collaborative process. Together with my clients, I explore difficult emotions, recurring patterns, relationships and life experiences to better understand what may be keeping them feeling stuck. Sometimes simply being heard is enough; at other times, I may use practical resources or gently introduce psychological concepts to help clients recognise recurring patterns, develop self-compassion and begin creating meaningful change.
I believe that understanding ourselves with greater compassion often allows us to respond to life's challenges in new and more helpful ways. My hope is that clients leave therapy not only feeling supported, but with a greater understanding of themselves and the confidence to move forward in a way that feels authentic to them.
Above all, I believe therapy should feel human. My aim is to provide a calm, supportive and non-judgemental environment where clients feel able to explore their experiences at their own pace, develop greater self-awareness and move towards the life they want to live.
Alongside her academic training, I have worked with adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, OCD, grief and loss, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, trauma and life transitions. I have experience supporting clients from diverse backgrounds and believes every person's story deserves to be met with curiosity, compassion and respect.
Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years running my own business and working in management. These experiences strengthened my understanding of people, communication and the pressures many of us face while balancing work, relationships and everyday life. I bring this grounded perspective into my counselling practice, alongside a genuine belief in each person's capacity for growth and change.
“Nina created a safe space where I could share my story without any judgment. It was hard to talk through everything at first, but it felt like such a relief. She always knew the right words and exact moments I needed her support and guidance to help lead the way. For the first time in years, I felt truly understood and validated in my emotions. Nina helped me understand the situation and myself so much better. Thanks to her, I’ve learned to trust myself again, found who I am, and know how to protect myself.”
