BACP, NCPS

Nigel Skinner, BACP, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Nigel is a BACP, NCPS therapist in the UK.

3+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy

About Nigel

Nigel Skinner offers support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and major life changes. He aims to provide a calm, non-judgemental space where people can talk and begin to make practical changes. Nigel writes plainly, listens closely, and focuses on steps that help day-to-day life feel more manageable.

He brings a background in people management and psychology-based coaching that spans more than three decades. Nigel completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours) and then an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. He has worked in clinical counselling for three years and logged over 500 hours of supervised clinical counselling.

Nigel uses several approaches to match what a person needs. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness and client-centred ideas to shape sessions. This means conversations can include noticing thoughts, exploring values, practicing coping skills and setting small, realistic goals.

His practical focus includes dealing with feeling stuck, managing strong emotions, improving self-worth and navigating life transitions. He also pays attention to related issues such as attachment concerns, caregiving stress, body image, communication and dissociation. Sessions aim to help people feel steadier and better able to face everyday demands.

Nigel works within the United Kingdom and holds BACP and NCPS credentials. He offers help in English and draws on clinical mentoring experience with young adults and students.

Areas of expertise

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

BACP, NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Also listed for

Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality

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Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Phobias Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

How Nigel’s approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for persistent anxiety, low mood and feeling stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines thinking patterns and behaviours and teaches straightforward techniques to reduce symptoms and build new habits. Motivational Interviewing supports change by exploring a person’s own reasons and readiness to try something different.

Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Nigel will work collaboratively to decide which approach, or mix of approaches, best fits a person’s aims, worries and preferences. That choice can shift as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions around work or family life and avoiding travel time. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and to use short check-ins when needed. Because specific session formats are not detailed in the biography, please confirm current online options before booking.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Nigel help with?

He supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem and coping with life changes. There is also focus on related issues such as attachment concerns, caregiving stress and body image.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are practical and conversational with a focus on small steps that change daily life. Nigel combines reflective listening with exercises to test new ways of thinking and behaving.

What is his professional background?

He has over 35 years in people management and psychology-based coaching, plus three years of clinical counselling. Nigel has completed an MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy and accumulated more than 500 hours of supervised counselling.

What credentials and location are listed?

His listed credentials are BACP and NCPS, and he works in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported and do international clients work?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.