Nathan Holmes, BACP

Nathan Holmes welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, low mood, anxiety or problems with addiction. He writes plainly and listens to what matters to each person. Nathan aims to create a calm space where people can talk through difficult feelings and decide on steps that suit them.

He has seven years' experience and holds BACP accreditation, which is shown as BACP. Over recent years he spent time working with a drug and alcohol service, supporting people in active addiction and assisting their family members. That work has shaped his practical, down-to-earth style.

Nathan uses a humanistic, person-centred approach so the person in front of him sets the goals. He will sit with what you bring, reflect it back and help you find your own direction. Motivational Interviewing is also part of his practice and is used when people are weighing up change or struggling to stay on track.

Sessions focus on what feels important right now, whether that is panic and social anxiety, grief, relationship issues or parenting strain. He also helps with problems such as control issues, feelings of emptiness, or difficulty with attachment and abandonment.

Nathan aims to be approachable and genuine in sessions. He supports people to build self-worth and clearer communication. To begin, readers are invited to use the site's Start Therapy process to complete a short questionnaire and arrange an appointment.

How Nathan uses person-centred and motivational approaches online

Person-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's own goals. The counsellor reflects what is said and helps the person find their path, which can help with low self-esteem, anxiety and relationship issues.

Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is thinking about change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to explore ambivalence and build motivation, useful for addictions or when deciding on life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Nathan will listen to your concerns, discuss what methods might suit you and agree a way forward that fits your needs and preferences. This is a collaborative process focused on practical next steps.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people choose settings that help them concentrate, such as quieter surroundings or a time that fits a work break.