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Nikki Dunne, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

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Nikki Dunne helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and trauma. She supports those dealing with relationship problems, grief, parenting strain and issues with self-esteem. Nikki also assists with anger, career change, intimacy concerns and compassion fatigue.

She works from a belief that clients know themselves best and brings a calm, respectful approach to sessions. Nikki uses Client-Centred Therapy, which means the conversation is shaped around each person's experience. She listens without judgement and follows what matters most to the client.

Background and approach

This approach suits people who want time to make sense of feelings and decisions at their own pace. Her practice covers a wide range of concerns such as attachment issues, dissociation and family of origin problems. She also focuses on fatherhood issues, caregiver stress, panic attacks and post-traumatic stress.

Nikki supports people coping with isolation, guilt, shame and questions about life purpose. With three years of professional experience and registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Nikki brings steady, practical help. Sessions aim to help people notice strengths, try small changes and build healthier ways of coping.

Conversations can be straightforward and paced to what feels comfortable. Nikki encourages people to take one step at a time, and to explore what will feel most useful for them.

Client-Centred approaches for online counselling

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person's experience and relies on warm, non-judgemental listening. The counsellor follows what the client brings to the session and offers reflections that help people make sense of their feelings. This approach is helpful for stress, anxiety, relationship concerns and recovery after trauma.

Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Nikki will work collaboratively to decide what feels most helpful, adapting the pace and focus to the client's needs, goals and preferences. Together they will check in and change direction if something isn’t working.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video allows face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can work well when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging let people write through thoughts between longer sessions and can fit around busy days. These options make it easier to get support from where it fits into daily life.

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Nikki supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse. She also helps with relationship issues, grief, parenting strain, self-esteem and career questions.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a client-centred style, which means the sessions follow what matters to the person. The therapist listens, reflects and helps people find their own solutions.

What is her background and experience?

She has three years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns. Her work includes helping people with attachment issues, dissociation and compassion fatigue.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She practises in the United Kingdom and is registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. The range of formats makes it easier to choose what fits daily life.

How are fees and payment organised?

Fees vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Nikki Dunne, BACP

Background and approach

Client-Centred approaches for online counselling

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety