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Meet Nicola Kellock · Psychotherapist and Counsellor

Trauma-informed therapist · Accredited professional · Calm, grounded support

'True strength lies in knowing when to pause.'

 

I’m Nicola, an experienced counsellor, trauma therapist and clinical supervisor offering support to individuals and couples navigating life’s most difficult moments. With over 20 years of experience in therapeutic and community settings, I provide a calm, empathic space where clients feel safe to explore, reflect, and begin to heal.

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My approach blends Transactional Analysis (TA) with integrative tools from creative therapies, and body-based trauma work. I work in a way that’s collaborative and paced to your needs; whether you’re processing grief, anxiety, relationship breakdowns, or the lasting effects of trauma.

 

Many of my clients come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply exhausted from holding everything together. Together, we work to understand what’s happening beneath the surface, gently building emotional resilience and restoring a sense of control.

 

Whether you’re reaching out for the first time, returning to therapy, or seeking a therapist who understands the emotional weight of service and caregiving, this is a place to be seen — without judgement.

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Qualifications & Professional Training

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Qualifications & Professional Training

 

Nicola Kellock BACP (Registered), PNCPS (Accredited), EMDR Europe

• FD Humanistic Counselling (TA-based)

• Level 6 Diploma in Clinical Supervision

• Certificate in Couples Counselling

• Level 5 Counselling Children and Young People

• BA (Hons) Children and Young People

• BA (Hons) Community and Youth Work

• TA 101 & 102 (Transactional Analysis)

• Trauma Rewind Technique (IARTT)

• EMDR Europe Training

• Carolyn Spring Trauma Training

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Specialist Areas & Ongoing CPD

• Trauma-informed care & recovery

• Suicide prevention (ASSIST)

• Safeguarding Adults & Children

• Substance misuse awareness

• Digital Counselling (video, messaging, phone, and email therapy)​

Expertise & Affliations

Trusted support for leaders, teams, and individuals under pressure

Nicola brings a depth of experience in supporting people who work in high-stakes, emotionally demanding environments. For the past two years, she has been the lead therapist at a wellness retreat programme designed exclusively for senior Army officers and commanding staff — the only qualified therapist embedded within the initiative.

 

Her ability to build trust discreetly, hold space for complex emotional landscapes, and offer grounded psychological support has made her a sought-after ally for those in leadership, military, and caregiving roles. Nicola also works with individuals in finance, healthcare, education, and other high-performance sectors where emotional resilience and clarity are essential.

Expertise

• Trauma-informed therapy for leaders and frontline professionals

• Mental fitness coaching for high-performing teams

• Bespoke therapeutic support within retreat and residential settings

• Workplace wellbeing consultation and employee support pathways

Affiliations

• Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

• PNCPS Accredited Registrant

• EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner

• Clinical Supervisor (Level 6 Diploma)

• Ongoing training in advanced trauma care and digital counselling ethics

Achievements

  • Lead therapist and programme creator for a specialist Army Regiment CO and SLT wellness programme (2024–2025)

  • Contributor to discreet mental health support projects within military contexts

  • Creator of therapeutic frameworks tailored for high-stress professional roles

  • Regularly consulted for workplace wellbeing strategies in corporate settings

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