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Specialised Trauma & Neurological Counselling in Higham Ferrers, Rushden, Northamptonshire

A calm, safe space to explore what’s going on in your world — at your pace, in a way that feels manageable. I’m Nikki, a trauma‑focused, integrative counsellor based in Higham Ferrers, offering in‑person and online sessions for adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, burnt out, or disconnected from themselves.

You don’t need to arrive with the perfect words. You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need to arrive as you are

Ready to take the next step? Feel free to reach out for a free 20-minute discovery call to discuss how we can work together.

Counselling That Meets You Where You Are

Life can feel heavy, confusing, or too much at times. Therapy gives you space to slow down, breathe, and make sense of what’s happening inside you — without judgement, pressure, or expectation.

My approach is:

  • Warm and down‑to‑earth

  • Trauma‑informed

  • Neurodiversity‑affirming

  • Flexible and personalised

  • Rooted in real human connection

I don’t believe in one‑size‑fits‑all therapy. Your story is unique — your therapy should be too.

What I work with

  • What I Can Help With

  • I support adults experiencing:

  • Trauma & PTSD

  • ADHD and neurodivergence

  • Burnout & overwhelm

  • Anxiety & panic

  • Chronic pain & neurological conditions

  • Low self‑worth

  • Grief, loss & life transitions

  • Feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected

  • If you’re not sure what you need, that’s okay — many people start therapy feeling exactly the sam

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What Makes My Counselling Different

Counselling shouldn’t feel clinical, intimidating, or like you’re being squeezed into a model that doesn’t fit. The way I work is different because it’s built around you — your pace, your story, your strengths, and the challenges you want to explore.

I don’t sit with a clipboard or follow a rigid script. I blend approaches so sessions feel natural, flexible, and genuinely supportive. Some weeks you might want space to talk. Other weeks you might want tools, grounding techniques, or help understanding patterns. We decide that together.

A lot of people come to me wanting to work on things like struggling to feel close to others, finding it hard to speak up for themselves, or feeling overwhelmed in social situations. These are real, human challenges — and my role is to create a safe, warm, down‑to‑earth space where you can explore them without pressure or judgement.

My lived experience shapes the way I work. I don’t sit above you as an “expert.” I sit with you, human to human. I listen, I adapt, and I walk alongside you as you build confidence, clarity, and emotional strength at your own pace.

If you’ve ever felt like counselling didn’t quite fit, or like you couldn’t fully be yourself, my space is designed to feel different — calmer, safer, and more real.

About Me

I’m a counsellor with 11+ years’ experience and over 5,000 hours supporting clients across Mind Charity, private practice, EAP services, social services, legal settings, and community support.

My work is shaped by lived experience, compassion, and the belief that therapy should feel human — not clinical.

You can read more about me on my About Me page

Start with a free 20-minute call

Choosing the right counsellor matters. This discovery call is a safe, no-pressure space to explore how we can work together.

Your First Step
 

Starting therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. If you’d like to see whether we’re a good fit, you’re welcome to book a free 20‑minute call where we can talk through what you’re looking for and how I can support you.

Accessible for Every Mind

A Space Designed for Safety
My counselling room in Higham Ferrers is warm, calm, and welcoming, with soft lighting, a high‑back armchair, plants, and natural daylight. Accessibility matters here — the building has a ramp, a small step, and CCTV for security.
Online sessions are also available if you prefer to talk from home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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