WELCOME to MINDFUL COUNSELLOR
WELCOME to MINDFUL COUNSELLOR
Nicola Thomas
Counselling for adults and adolescents.
Nicola Thomas
Counselling for adults and adolescents.
What I offer
My approach
I offer you an inviting and safe space to help overcome difficulties you are experiencing. I do this with warmth and acceptance, developing a relationship between us that helps you to feel safe sharing your problems.
My Treatment Focus
My focus is to help individuals heal, find peace, and become self-aware. I achieve this by listening to your concerns and being with you. I will not judge or tell you what you should do. I will help you find your inner strength, empowering you, to make your own way through life.
My Promise
I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, learn to love yourself, and find the strength to overcome the obstacles life sometimes brings.
Therapy
Older Children and Young Adults
Older children and young adults may find the world they live in today very challenging. They may find themselves isolated struggling to express how they are feeling. This may lead to anxiety, low mood or depression and may develop unhelpful ways of coping. With a wealth of experience of working with this age group I welcome with warmth and acceptance anyone who would like to meet me.
Trauma & PTSD
Many individuals can experience symptoms associated with painful and traumatic circumstances. Anxiety, fear, and hopelessness are a few emotions that can linger post traumatic events. I can help towards overcoming these symptoms and guide you through the process and towards healing.
Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety can cause terrifying fear about things that other people may find irrational. If you suffer with anxiety or depression you will probably know this but you just can't stop those pervasive thoughts. You may have feelings of hopelessness, failure, depression and possibly suicidal thoughts. If you are struggling in any of these ways and want someone to talk to please contact me.
Additional Information
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling.
Diploma in Working with Young People.
Mindfulness Diploma.
Transactional Analysis 101.
Training
Sandtray Therapy
Facilitating Groups
Working with Parents.
Trained to teach .b Mindfulness Curriculum.
Working with Survivors of Abuse
Substance Use/Misuse
Self-harm
Sex and Intimacy after Sexual Abuse
Understanding ADHD
Mental Health First Aid
Coaching
Teen Relationship Training
My Experience and Background
As well as my private practice where I see adults and young people, I am the Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead in a secondary school. There I help students overcome social and emotional obstacles. I have worked in the same college for thirteen years. I have also worked in a residential setting, supporting young people in care. In the past I have facilitated Parenting Groups and my passion lies in building good relationships. That can be with yourself, friends, partners, family or within the workplace.
About Me
To be the best I can to support you, I take time to look after myself. I do this through a carefully thought out diet and practice yoga and mindfulness daily. I enjoy being close to nature and walk regularly along the coast with my partner and family.
What I charge
£40 an hour.
The initial session is £20 for a full hour.
Where to find me
My private practice is set up in our family home in a quiet area of Sidmouth. The address is 5 Brownlands Close, Sidmouth, Ex10 9AS. There is parking on the roadside within easy walking distance.