- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma response
- ACT and CBT methods
About Nigel
Nigel Skinner is a counsellor registered with BACP and NCPS and has three years of clinical counselling experience in the United Kingdom. He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem and coping with life changes, including concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues and body image. Nigel uses straightforward language and practical steps during sessions.
Before training as a counsellor he spent over 35 years in people management and psychology-based coaching. He holds a BSc Psychology (Hons) and an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Nigel has also supported high school students and university students as a Specialist Mental Health Mentor.
In sessions he focuses on talking through what is happening, identifying clear practical steps and building small routines that can be sustained day to day. He draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centred work, mindfulness and motivational interviewing to shape the work. Sessions tend to be direct but respectful, with attention to what feels most useful in the moment.
Nigel has completed over 500 hours of supervised clinical counselling and brings experience from both clinical and educational settings. He aims to help people feel more grounded and able to cope with immediate pressures while exploring longer-term patterns that maintain distress.
If someone is carrying guilt or shame about past actions or identity, Nigel will talk through those feelings and help identify practical ways to respond day to day. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire before the first appointment so he can understand core concerns and priorities.
How Nigel uses therapy approaches in online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you notice painful thoughts and feelings without being driven by them. It supports values-led action and can be useful for anxiety, guilt and low mood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and gives practical steps to test and change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centred Therapy places the person and their experiences at the heart of sessions, allowing conversations to unfold at a steady pace that suits the client.Nigel treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. He will discuss what feels most relevant and try different methods to see what helps with immediate goals and longer-term change. The aim is to work together on clear, manageable steps that fit into everyday life.
Session practicalities should be confirmed before booking, since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work or caring responsibilities, or to choose shorter check-ins when time is limited. Therapists and registered or accredited professionals can also adapt exercises so they work in quieter surroundings or without being on camera.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
Nigel works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. He also covers issues such as abandonment, attachment, body image and dissociation.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He talks through the feelings, looks at what keeps them active, and uses practical steps from therapies like ACT and CBT to reduce their day-to-day impact.
What is his background and relevant experience?
He has over 35 years in people management and coaching, a BSc Psychology (Hons) and an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, with three years of clinical counselling work.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS and works in the United Kingdom.
Can I have sessions in other languages or from outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and Nigel is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are offered for sessions?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.