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Nicola Bagust, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 7 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Relationship issuesGrief Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Nicola Bagust uses a person-focused approach to support people through difficult life moments. She works with relationship problems, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma and intimacy-related issues. Nicola communicates with respect and sensitivity, aiming to make the process clear and manageable for each person.

She has seven years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and holds BACP credentialing, which reflects her professional registration. Nicola adapts conversations and plans to suit individual needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.

Background and approach

Sessions are intended to help people find practical steps and clearer thinking when life feels overwhelming. Nicola often helps people who are struggling after loss, who are trying to rebuild confidence, or who want to understand how addictive behaviours affect relationships. She also supports those facing changes and difficult emotions linked to trauma and intimacy.

The focus is on what a person wants to change and reasonable steps to get there. Her style is straightforward and compassionate. Nicola aims to empower people to make decisions that fit their life and values.

Many people find it helpful to have a calm, steady space to talk things through and plan next steps. Clients connect with Nicola online through a range of session formats. She encourages people to start by thinking about what they most want to address, so sessions can be shaped around those goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Nicola works using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on the person and their practical needs. One common approach helps people talk through grief and loss by creating space to remember, process emotions, and find coping steps that fit daily life. Another approach focuses on rebuilding confidence and managing depression by setting small, achievable goals and noticing gradual changes in mood and behaviour.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Nicola will listen to your concerns, discuss possible ways of working, and together decide which methods suit your goals and preferences. That means therapy can change over time as needs shift and progress is made.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video calls are useful when a more personal conversation is wanted, phone sessions work well if bandwidth is limited, live chat allows shorter check-ins, and messaging can fit around busy days. These options help people fit therapy around work, family and other commitments while still moving towards their goals.

What kinds of concerns can be addressed?

Nicola helps people with relationship difficulties, grief and loss, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and intimacy-related issues.

How does she approach therapy?

Her approach is person-focused and practical, tailoring conversations and plans to each person's needs and goals rather than using a single method for everyone.

What is her experience background?

She has seven years of professional experience working with the concerns listed and has worked with people in the United Kingdom during that time.

What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

She holds BACP credentialing and practices in the United Kingdom.

Can sessions be conducted in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Tap the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem

Also listed

Experience: 7 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Nicola

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Nicola Bagust, BACP

Background and approach

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with relationship