Nicola is the best therapist I have ever had. She is very easy to talk and open up to. She makes me feel so validated and heard. Has helped me set goals and supported me to meet them. Checks in regularly and offers advice and guidance relevant specifically to me as she has taken great care and time in getting to know me. Since beginning my betterhelp journey I have blossomed. The support has been life changing and I feel very lucky to have such an amazing therapist. I feel there is nothing I cannot do now :)
Nicola Claydon, NCPS
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.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Nicola. View 7 reviews
- Great news, Nicola is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
Recent reviews
Chatty manner that helped to put me at ease, I felt understood and validated.
More about Nicola
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- NCPS
I have been working with Betterhelp now since May 2023 i am licensed in the UK and also have 3 years of professional work experience before starting with Betterhelp.
I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I offer you a non judgemental and supportive environment and will hold space for you in our sessions. We can work together towards a clearer understanding and acceptance of past life events that can not be changed, but go forward with some clarity and acceptance that will enable you to take back your power and become the person you were always meant to be.
Whilst I was training to be a Counsellor I had a wide range of placements. I first started working with adult survivors of sexual abuse, I then worked for an organisation called Pete’s Dragons that offers a range of support to families and loved ones bereaved by suicide.
After lockdown I supported Care workers and I then finished off my placement hours working for an organisation called Alabare that support clients who have been homeless whilst they are in supported accommodation. I have clients that I see through my private practice who come to therapy with a wide range of issues as well.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Addictions
LGBT
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
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
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- NCPS · United Kingdom · NCS23-00272 · Expires January 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 Claydon
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Nicola is the best therapist I have ever had. She is very easy to talk and open up to. She makes me feel so validated and heard. Has helped me set goals and supported me to meet them. Checks in regularly and offers advice and guidance relevant specifically to me as she has taken great care and time in getting to know me. Since beginning my betterhelp journey I have blossomed. The support has been life changing and I feel very lucky to have such an amazing therapist. I feel there is nothing I cannot do now :)
Chatty manner that helped to put me at ease, I felt understood and validated.
Down to earth, chatty and quite prepared to use her life experiences and great therapist training, to adapt and facilitate good understanding in her clients mental health wellbeing.
An extremely affable and approachable therapist. If you have concerns about talking to someone new, Nicola's welcoming and cheerful disposition may very well be for you.
Nicola takes a friendly yet professional approach which makes you feel at ease and comfortable sharing. So far I have found she helps me to think of things in different ways and suggesting on how to start incorporating these which is greatly useful.
I’ve had just 2 sessions with Nicola so far. I was anxious about starting therapy but she put me at ease right away. She’s come across empathetically and I feel heard. . Talking with her has given me great relief.
Nicola is an absolute professional and was so easy to talk to from day 1. She has and continues to be a great help to me.
Frequently asked questions
Does Nicola Claydon offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Nicola Claydon 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 Claydon speak?
Nicola Claydon speaks English.
How many years of experience does Nicola Claydon have?
Nicola Claydon has 4 years of experience.
Where is Nicola Claydon licensed to practice?
Nicola Claydon is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Nicola Claydon accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
No, Nicola Claydon 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 Claydon offer?
Nicola Claydon offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Nicola Claydon?
Nicola Claydon 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 Claydon?
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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.