Nicholas Gavaza, BACP
Nicholas Gavaza is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of practice.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Anger management
- +4 more
About Nicholas
Nicholas Gavaza is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with five years of practice. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger and low self-esteem. He also supports people who are dealing with depression.
He writes plainly and aims to make the first steps toward change feel achievable. Nicholas approaches each person as the expert on their own life. He looks for strengths that can be used when things feel overwhelming.
Background and approach
Sessions are practical and grounded, with an emphasis on small, manageable steps toward clearer thinking and steadier mood. He listens for patterns that keep problems going. That can include unhelpful self-talk, difficulties with communication, or challenges around motivation and confidence.
Together he and the client set realistic goals and try ways of working that suit the person's day-to-day life. Nicholas has worked with concerns such as body image, guilt and shame, loneliness, multicultural issues, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people facing social anxiety, self-harm thoughts, forgiveness struggles, and young adult issues.
His sessions are straightforward and collaborative. He encourages people to notice what changes help, and to adapt the plan as they go. The aim is to build more reliable ways of coping and to find a steadier sense of direction.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 406714 | May 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Nicholas works with
Everything Nicholas lists, in their own terms.
Online support
Another helpful method concentrates on practical skills for managing emotion and behaviour. That can include short exercises to reduce anger, boost motivation, or improve self-esteem. These techniques are simple to practise between sessions and aim to build steady routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different options and decide together which fits the client's goals and day-to-day needs. That collaborative process means methods are adjusted as progress is seen.
Online therapy offers flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people talk face to face when a longer conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is low or a quicker check-in is better. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter updates, step-by-step exercises, or times when typing feels more comfortable. These formats aim to make it easier to stick with therapy and to use techniques between sessions.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem concerns and depression. Additional areas include body image, social anxiety, loneliness and life purpose.
What is his general approach in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He helps clients spot unhelpful patterns, use their strengths, and try small changes that can make daily life easier.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal problems.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are offered for online therapy?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions charged and what is the payment model?
Cost varies by location and therapist arrangements; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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