Mark Nicholls
Member Status: Accredited
Member No: NCS23-01385
Location: Newton le Willows
As a person centred counsellor, I am caring, accepting and empathic. Adhering to strict ethical guidelines, I will provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your issues, understand your feelings, develop acceptance and find peace.
Like many therapists, I came to work as a counsellor because of my own positive experience. I was amazed at how it helped me work through my issues and find the solutions I needed to transform my life.
Sometimes we can pinpoint the cause of our distress, such as a bereavement for instance. Often though it can be something far more intangible. There is just this sense that things are not right and no matter what you do you just can't seem to be happy.
Counselling gives us the opportunity to discover the source of our unhappiness, to resolve our issues and ultimately find the peace of mind we seek.
As well as private practice, I have also worked for a number of years for two Employee Assistance Programme providers. Prior to this I gained experience as a volunteer counsellor at the Macmillan Wellbeing Centre and also for the Manchester And Salford Counselling Service (MASCS).
I have helped clients with a wide range of issues and have extensive experience of bereavement, depression, anxiety and helping adults dealing with childhood trauma.
Many people I have worked with have spoken of their surprise at having being able to talk so openly with me about their issues and the pain that they are feeling. I always consider it a honour to be invited into a person's inner world as they try to identify and resolve those matters that are causing such distress.
I am very passionate about the work I do and for me there is nothing more satisfying than seeing a person become all that they can be. To ensure that I continue to offer my clients the very best, I adhere to the ethical guidelines set out by the NCS, attend regular professional development training and ensure that I am aware of developments and changes within the profession.
Our first contact would be an informal half-hour session, which I offer to all clients free of charge and with no obligation. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, for you to say a little about what is going on for you and most importantly to decide whether I am the right counsellor for you.
If we are happy to continue then we would look to arrange an hourly session, usually once a week and, where possible, on a day and at a time that suits you.
Although working through our issues can be difficult, the therapeutic journey most often leads to an empowering and life changing conclusion. I would be privileged to accompany you on your journey and I thank you for taking the time to read my profile.
