Nicholas Ashley , BACP
Compassionate UK therapist for diverse needs
- LGBT and relationship issues
- Trauma and grief support
- Online sessions available
About Nicholas Ashley
Nicholas Ashley is a UK-licensed therapist with seven years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. He has developed particular experience helping clients with LGBT-related concerns, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and coping with grief and loss. Nicholas emphasizes a calm, nonjudgmental approach that encourages clients to explore thoughts and feelings openly and at their own pace.
He is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. That background informs his commitment to ethical, client-focused work that aims to help people take the often-difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling life. Nicholas offers supportive, collaborative therapy that respects each person s experience and goals, and he is accepting clients, including international clients.
He is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. That background informs his commitment to ethical, client-focused work that aims to help people take the often-difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling life. Nicholas offers supportive, collaborative therapy that respects each person s experience and goals, and he is accepting clients, including international clients.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Hypnotherapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nicholas Ashley have?
Nicholas Ashley has 7 years of professional experience working with clients on issues such as LGBT-related concerns, relationships, trauma and grief.
Is Nicholas Ashley a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
In which languages does Nicholas Ashley provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Nicholas Ashley located?
Nicholas Ashley is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Nicholas Ashley as my therapist?
You can work with Nicholas Ashley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nicholas Ashley work with international clients?
Yes. Nicholas Ashley accepts international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicholas Ashley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and commit to meaningful action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes by focusing on psychological flexibility and practical steps forward.Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in relationships and how past bonds influence current connections and emotional responses. This approach can support work around relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and healing from abandonment or early-care experiences.
Client-Centered Therapy places the client s experience at the heart of the work, offering empathic listening and unconditional positive regard so individuals can find their own solutions. It tends to suit people seeking a respectful, exploratory space to process emotions and build self-understanding.
Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process and Nicholas works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques from different models to create a personalised plan rather than relying on a single method.
Online therapy with a registered professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, access care from different locations, and maintain continuity when in-person meetings are not possible.