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Nicola Ellis, BACP

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Nicola is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Nicola. View 15 reviews
Great news, Nicola is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in United Kingdom

Recent reviews

So understanding a fab listener and very approachable

Reviewed December 2024

NIcola is very supportive, and kindly understand my difficulties

Reviewed August 2024

More about Nicola

  • 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • BACP

I am a psychotherapist licensed in the uk and have been practicing as a integrative counsellor with the basis of person centred therapy for over 5 years. I have also worked for over 10 years as a developer, chairperson and domestic violence support worker to a CIO (charitable incorporated organisation) that helps survivors to heal and live a safe and happier life.

I have worked with a wide range of clients from all walks of life who are suffering from a multitude of ailments including depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, family problems, relationship issues, work anxieties, histrionic abuse, domestic violence, self esteem issues, OCD and ASD (autism,ADHD, SPD), parenting issues.

My therapy is welcoming and supportive , I believe in treating everyone with respect, acceptance and compassion. Our work will be on an equal footing and you are the expert in your life and we can work together to find solutions and ways of having a happier life. I work in a person centred way to start with which means we talk about what comes up in therapy and discuss ways to cope with life’s hurdles in a better way. I will implement other therapies into our work together as I feel it will help you along your journey.

I also offer hypnotherapy and reiki.

It takes courage to seek a better way of living with life’s stresses and create a happier and healthier life for yourself and those around you. If you are ready to take this first step with me, I am here to support and empower you in your journey.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Imago Relationship Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

  • BACP · United Kingdom · 376904 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Nicola Ellis

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Clients mention: Supportive Great Helped Understand Understanding Amazing Calm Comfortable Helpful Recommend

So understanding a fab listener and very approachable

Reviewed December 2024

NIcola is very supportive, and kindly understand my difficulties

Reviewed August 2024

Really respectful of boundaries and getting to know you as person to help make sessions personalised

Reviewed May 2024

Nicola reassures me that I can contact her whenever I need and encourages me to book sessions throughout the week.

Reviewed March 2024

Nicola is a kind therapist with a gentle nature who has supported and helped me over the past few months.

Reviewed January 2024

Nicky is very calm and observant, she picks up on a lot underneath the surface. Very pleasant and friendly.

Reviewed December 2023

It is early in the therapy process for me, but so far I am very happy with my therapist's professionalism and experience. I've also found her to be friendly and supportive.

Reviewed September 2023

Empathic and kind therapist,supportive and generous with her time.

Reviewed March 2023

You are the best

Reviewed February 2023

While it has been very early days, I can say that nicola has been extremely helpful with moving out of a dark place and onto a happier setting. While loads of work needs doing, I am sure nicola can help me get to the place I want to be. I would recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed February 2023

Nicky is wonderful! I have never done therapy before, but Nicky has been so supportive and kind and really made this experience so great. At the end of every session I have always left feeling so much better and throughout the rest of the week I have so much to reflect on.

Reviewed January 2023

As much as Nicola has been amazing i don't feel she's the right one for me. I need someone who understands alcohol addiction. Thank you Nicola for all you have done xx

Reviewed January 2023

Seems to be working great.

Reviewed November 2022

I like Nicky's calmness and kindness when understanding you. When I discuss with her, I feel comfortable and usually calmer after each video session. Nicky helped me to understand my mind patterns and work on them with more clarity.

Reviewed November 2022

Nicola seems to be able to make sense from all my unorganised unloading waffling, and can pick out the priority problem, and deals with that first, when it all seems to be mixed up and overwhelming for me.

Reviewed June 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Nicola Ellis offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Nicola Ellis works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Nicola Ellis speak?

Nicola Ellis speaks English.

How many years of experience does Nicola Ellis have?

Nicola Ellis has 5 years of experience.

Where is Nicola Ellis licensed to practice?

Nicola Ellis is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.

Does Nicola Ellis accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?

No, Nicola Ellis does not accept clients outside of the United Kingdom.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Nicola Ellis offer?

Nicola Ellis offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Nicola Ellis?

Nicola Ellis can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Nicola Ellis?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.