Nicola Barnard, BACP
Compassionate therapist for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and grief
- Neurodiverse clients supported
About Nicola Barnard
Nicola Barnard supports people working through stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties, and she offers guidance for those coping with grief, loss and depression. She also helps clients who are struggling with motivation, self-esteem and confidence, using a warm and nonjudgmental style to encourage honest conversation and gradual change.
Nicola has experience working with neurodiverse individuals as well as with both children and adults, adapting her approach to meet a wide range of needs and life stages. She aims to build an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of criticism, and where practical steps toward wellbeing can be explored together.
Recognising that reaching out for support requires courage, Nicola provides steady encouragement throughout the therapeutic process. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects a commitment to professional standards and ongoing development. Nicola’s focus is to support each person in discovering clearer ways to cope, grow and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Nicola has experience working with neurodiverse individuals as well as with both children and adults, adapting her approach to meet a wide range of needs and life stages. She aims to build an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of criticism, and where practical steps toward wellbeing can be explored together.
Recognising that reaching out for support requires courage, Nicola provides steady encouragement throughout the therapeutic process. She holds BACP accreditation - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects a commitment to professional standards and ongoing development. Nicola’s focus is to support each person in discovering clearer ways to cope, grow and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen'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) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Nicola Barnard have?
She has four years of experience.
Is Nicola Barnard a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Nicola Barnard provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Nicola Barnard located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Nicola Barnard as my therapist?
You can work with Nicola Barnard through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Nicola Barnard work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Nicola Barnard 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 with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 for Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and then choose actions that match their personal values - it is useful for anxiety, low mood and motivation struggles).Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotional responses, supporting people who are working through relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns or attachment issues.
Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the heart of the process, offering empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel understood and empowered to find their own solutions for issues like self-esteem, grief and life transitions.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic journey and Nicola works collaboratively with each client to identify methods that fit their needs, goals and preferences. She adapts her style based on what is most helpful for the individual, and clients are involved in decisions about how therapy proceeds.
Online sessions - by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - make it easier to arrange appointments around work, family and other commitments. These options increase flexibility and accessibility, allowing clients and registered professionals to maintain continuity of care across busy schedules and changing circumstances.