Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need counselling or therapy?

You don’t have to be at a breaking point to benefit from counselling. Sometimes the fact that you’re asking yourself whether counselling might help is enough reason to explore it.

You might be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or just not feeling yourself. Perhaps something has happened that you’re struggling to make sense of, you’re finding your relationships difficult, or you’ve noticed patterns in your thoughts or behaviour that you’d like to understand. You may simply feel that you’re carrying too much and don’t have anywhere to put it.

Counselling can give you a confidential space to talk openly, without having to worry about being judged or having to make everything sound OK.

You don’t need to know exactly what’s wrong before you start. We can work that out together. I offer a free 20-minute introductory call if you’d like to have a chat about what’s going on and see whether counselling with me feels like the right fit for you.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, low self-esteem and self-worth, burnout, bereavement and grief, relationship difficulties, confidence issues and life changes. I also have experience supporting people with ADHD and autism, trauma and difficult past experiences, menopause and perimenopause, health anxiety and men’s mental health.

Sometimes there isn’t one obvious reason why you’re struggling. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected from yourself or find yourself repeating patterns that you don’t understand. Counselling can give you the space to explore what is going on, understand yourself better and begin to make changes that feel right for you.

You don’t need to have a diagnosis or be at a crisis point to come to counselling. If something is affecting your wellbeing, relationships, work or everyday life, it may be worth talking it through.

You also don’t really need to know why you want counselling. Knowing that you would like to give it a try, even if you are not sure why, is enough.

The best way is to get in touch. Either give me a ring, drop an email or book in an introductory call. I’m happy to answer any questions that you have, and it is a chance for you to get to know me a bit better. Find out how you feel about it, and decide what to do from there. The call is free and there is no obligation.

Counselling may just be one session, a few sessions or longer term. It can also be weekly, fortnightly, or less frequently. We will discuss this in your first session, and we will review it regularly to make sure that progress is being made. The decision is always yours.

Everything you say is confidential and remains between yourself and I. It is your time and space to be with someone who is there for you. Of course, it is up to you, if you talk to others about what you have discussed in your sessions.

There are a few exceptions to the principle of confidentiality, and that is if you or others close to you are at a risk of significant harm. However, I would always try to talk to you about this first. 

I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, which means I am fully qualified and abide by their ethical framework. This helps give clients the confidence that I am always working to the best ethical and professional standards.

No, they are one and the same, and can be used interchangeably.  I just prefer the less medicalised term of counsellor.

It is understandable that you feel nervous. I remember how nervous I was before my first counselling session too, and I think pretty much everyone feels the same way. I’m here to put you at ease, and make you feel as comfortable as possible. We will work to your pace and talk about what you want to talk about. I commit to fully listening, offering compassion and not passing judgement.

I offer face-to-face counselling from my private counselling room in Stamford, Lincolnshire, and work with clients from Stamford and surrounding areas including Oakham, Uppingham, Rutland, Peterborough, Market Deeping and Bourne.

If you’re searching for a counsellor in Stamford, a counsellor near Oakham or Uppingham, or counselling in Rutland, Peterborough, Market Deeping or Bourne, you may not need to travel far to access support.

I also offer online counselling to clients across the UK, so if travelling to Stamford isn’t practical, we can work together online instead.

If you feel ready to take the next step, then you can call or WhatsApp me on 07958 313434.  Alternatively email me at hello@counsellingwithnicky.co.uk, or book a free introductory call directly via my Calendly link here – https://calendly.com/nickywilkinsoncounselling/free-introductory-call.

 

I will get back to you within 24 hours, and we can agree the best next step. Typically, this is a 20 minute introductory call to see if counselling could work, and whether I am the right therapist for you. If either of us feel the fit isn’t right, then I’ll help point you in the right direction for alternative support.

No problem, drop me an email via hello@counsellingwithnicky.co.uk or book in for a free introductory call so we can talk it through together.

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