Nicola Ellis , BACP

Nicola Ellis is a qualified counsellor based in Colchester who offers a compassionate, non-judgemental space for people facing a wide range of challenges. She works with issues such as anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, and other concerns that can leave life feeling overwhelming. Nicola combines academic training with a person-centred, integrative style that adapts to each person’s pace and needs.

She holds a BA (Hons) in Person-Centred Counselling - a degree focused on client-led counselling practice - and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, which provides a scientific foundation in how people think and behave. Nicola is also registered with the BACP, reflecting her commitment to professional practice. Her approach emphasises empathy, respect, and collaboration, supporting clients to explore their experiences and build on their strengths.

To make counselling more accessible, Nicola offers flexible appointment formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose what feels most comfortable. She welcomes domestic and international clients and is accepting new referrals. Nicola is happy to provide a brief conversation to discuss how she might support someone considering counselling.

How Nicola's approaches translate to online therapy

Nicola integrates Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy alongside mindfulness techniques to support people working online. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns - it helps when difficulties with trust, closeness, or abandonment affect current relationships. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding from the client's perspective, offering a supportive environment that encourages self-exploration and personal growth. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and grounding practices that can reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Nicola works collaboratively to tailor methods to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will explore which combination of approaches feels like the best fit and adjust the work as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - Nicola provides sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging so people can choose a format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and fit therapy into busy lives while working with a licensed professional.