Lomiah Nicholls BA (Hons), MBACP.

Hello, I am Lomiah. I have worked in the healthcare sector for almost twenty years, starting in nursing and palliative care. After taking a break to focus on my family, I have spent the past decade in mental health and counselling. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrative Counseling and have also studied Psychology at the Master's level.

I believe that we all have the capacity to overcome past issues and current challenges. However, we sometimes need assistance to gain clarity and awareness of our experiences in order to facilitate change and resolution. This is where counselling and psychotherapy play a vital role in helping us develop ourselves. By finding solutions to difficulties and overcoming emotional and psychological pain, we can lead more authentic and fulfilling lives or begin to heal and let go of what no longer serves us.

As a counsellor, I work in an integrative way, meaning I draw on a wide range of theoretical approaches to provide the most suitable methods of counselling for you as an individual. I believe that for change to occur, we must engage in a therapeutic process built on trust, understanding, empathy, and curiosity from my side, along with a willingness to participate from you.

I am dynamic, engaging, and positively challenging. I support you in exploring your strengths, abilities, and passions to help you become the best version of yourself. My goal is to assist you in taking the next step and developing more positive patterns for a brighter future.

I have worked for the national mental health charity Mind as manager of a successful recovery program for individuals with personality disorders. With many years of experience, I have supported individuals facing acute, mild, short-term, and long-term mental health issues. I have also educated children, young people, and adults on mental health and well-being. I have an interest in neurodivergence and providing support for neurodivergent individuals or parents and caregivers of neurodivergent young people.

My consultation room is designed to foster a sense of well-being, calm, creativity, focus, and privacy. Here, we can explore your current situation together. I will encourage and support you on your journey. Whether you are new to counselling or have previous experience, you will feel valued, respected, and, most importantly, heard as we work through your difficulties or aim to help you reach your full potential.

My office can accommodate several people, and I can provide a larger room for groups of four or more. I offer flexible consultation times on weekdays.

As an ethical and responsible practitioner, I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I adhere to the Code of Conduct established by my professional body and regularly seek confidential supervision for my practice.

I am fully insured and hold an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.