Nick Athanasiou

My hours are flexible, for both in-person and online counselling.

Twenty-first century living is fraught with challenges: emotional, financial, existential. In the UK, it is claimed that one in four adults experience at least one mental health problem in any given year - a staggering statistic. Trying to cope with your distress and despair can feel very isolating and confusing; talking things through, however, can help to make sense of your struggles.

Although my background and training is person-centred I like to work in an integrative way, adopting whatever approach I feel would be most appropriate and helpful. I believe that counselling should be a rich and rewarding experience, encompassing not only self-exploration but also offering an understanding of one's place in the world.

My counselling experience is broad and varied. As well as having run my own practice for a number of years, I have experience in various healthcare settings, including the NHS and third sector. If you choose to work with me, I hope you'll find that I offer a safe place where you can share and explore your thoughts and feelings in confidence and without judgement.

Finding the right counsellor can be a daunting prospect. So many names, so many faces...

If you are finding it difficult to choose between various options or to take that leap into a first session, a brief chat over the phone or by email might help. I am happy to introduce myself and address any questions you might have beforehand, at no cost.