Nicola (Nicki) Cartmill

Nicola (Nicki) Cartmill is a counsellor who blends theoretical training with a warm, straightforward manner. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). Nicki aims to help people who feel stuck, anxious, or unsure about their next steps in life.

She sees people dealing with anxiety, panic, low self-esteem and depression. She also supports those facing grief, trauma and major life changes. Anger is one of the areas she works with alongside relationship and communication concerns.

Nicki uses practical conversation to help people untangle confusing feelings. Sessions focus on noticing patterns and finding coping steps that can be used day to day. She draws on different approaches depending on what each person needs.

Her background includes work with bereavement and loss, and she has experience addressing addiction and impulsivity issues. She also supports people dealing with attachment and commitment worries, and those seeking clarity about life purpose.

Nicki offers a calm, present style that aims to make difficult feelings easier to talk about. She encourages clear goals and small, manageable changes so people feel more able to cope outside sessions. To begin, people follow the site process to match and book a first appointment.

How these approaches shape online work

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence feelings and expectations. It helps people understand patterns in close relationships and reduce repeating cycles that cause distress.

Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the centre. The therapist listens without judgement, reflects what is said, and helps people find their own solutions to problems such as low self-esteem or life changes.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at emotions as a guide to what matters most. It helps people identify core feelings, understand how they drive behaviour, and find new ways to respond in relationships and stressful moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through options, match methods to the person’s needs and goals, and adjust the plan as progress is made. That decision is collaborative and may change over time.

Practical advantages of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions around work or family life. Online appointments can reduce travel and make it simpler to keep regular meetings. Session format details are not listed in the biography, so confirm available options before booking to ensure they fit your routine.