Hi, I’m Nikki. My journey into counselling began after a life‑changing event that forced me to rebuild my world from the ground up. Before that, everything I did was physical, practical, and hands‑on — supporting young people, and working in community spaces where connection really mattered.

For years, I worked as a childminder, an LSA, in a playschool, and later as a youth worker. I even ran a youth club around six years ago, creating a safe, fun space for young people to be themselves. Those roles taught me so much about resilience, behaviour, emotions, and the importance of being truly seen — long before I ever trained as a counsellor.

When my own life changed, I realised I wanted to become the counsellor I wish had been there for me. Someone who understood trauma, loss, and the painful experience of not recognising the person you used to be. Someone who could sit with the hard stuff without judgement.

So I went back to college, I discovered I’m dyslexic and dyspraxic — and instead of stopping me, it made me even more determined. Every assignment, every exam, every hurdle became another step toward the future I wanted. When I passed, it wasn’t just a qualification. It was a reclaiming of myself.

I kept studying, kept learning, and kept growing. Along the way, I uncovered parts of myself I never really knew. That journey shaped the way I work today: with compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for the courage it takes to heal.

Now, I specialise in trauma, PTSD, and the many forms of loss and change — including the grief of losing the version of yourself you once recognised.

My approach is warm, down‑to‑earth, and human. Whether we work face‑to‑face or online, my aim is simple: to offer a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported as you find your way forward.

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