Nicola Flanagan, BACP
Nicola Flanagan is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
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About Nicola
Nicola Flanagan is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). She practises from the United Kingdom and draws on four years of experience supporting people through depression, relationship difficulties and life changes. Nicola aims to create a respectful and compassionate space where people can speak honestly about what is worrying them.
She adapts conversations and the plan of work to each person's needs. Sessions focus on understanding patterns in thoughts, feelings and relationships, and on practical steps people can try between meetings.
Background and approach
Nicola pays attention to attachment and past experiences that shape current reactions. Her approach combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural tools to address unhelpful thinking. She also uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early bonds influence adult relationships.
Motivational interviewing supports people who want to build motivation for change. Nicola often works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem and identity questions. She also supports people facing trauma, bereavement, career stress, parenting strains and issues linked to mood disorders.
Conversations can include exploring values, practical coping strategies and clearer communication with others. Sessions are offered in English and are suited to people looking for a collaborative, respectful counsellor. Nicola invites people to talk about what matters most and to try out changes at a pace that feels manageable.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 402769 | October 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 Nicola works with
Everything Nicola lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Cancer
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Nicola lists
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Client-centred therapy focuses on hearing the person without judgement and following their concerns. In practice this means conversations that prioritise the client's experience, helping them name emotions, clarify values and decide on next steps at their own pace.
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of responding. It is useful for depression, anxiety and stress by breaking problems into manageable steps and practising new coping actions between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nicola will discuss goals and preferences, and choose or combine methods with the client. This collaborative planning helps match techniques to what the person needs most at that time.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video works well for face-to-face style conversations, phone can suit those with limited bandwidth, chat or messaging can be used for brief check-ins or when a written approach feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family life and other commitments.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Nicola help with?
She supports people with depression, anxiety, stress and grief, plus relationship and self-esteem issues. Other areas include trauma, parenting strain, career worries and mood difficulties.
How would sessions feel and what style is used?
Nicola combines client-centred listening with cognitive behavioural techniques and attachment-informed thinking. Conversations are collaborative and focus on practical steps as well as exploring background patterns.
What is Nicola's background and experience?
She has four years of professional experience working in Scotland and elsewhere in the UK. Her work has included supporting people through bereavement, relationship problems and motivation challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
Nicola is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What online session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are paid through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Nicola?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's listed times.
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