Hi, I’m nicola Kusi.
I’m passionate about giving clients a voice, helping them feel heard, valued, and confident. By building self-esteem, I aim to promote self-care and support individuals in overcoming childhood trauma and attachment challenges.
I believe everyone, regardless of their past, can work toward healing and secure connections in adulthood.
Relatable and empathetic, I offer a comfortable, non-clinical approach.
As an integrative therapist, I use various methods but prioritise creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore, learn, and grow.
Together, we’ll work toward your personal goals and becoming the best version of yourself.
APPROACH
As your counsellor, I prioritise compassion, safety, integrity, sensitivity, and warmth in our sessions. Building positive relationships is at the heart of my work, and I focus entirely on you and what you share in the counselling room. By setting aside my own thoughts and judgments, I ensure that you have my undivided attention and unconditional support throughout our therapeutic relationship.
My approach is rooted in the Personal Consultancy model, featured by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) in 2016. This innovative model caters to individual needs and has proven effective in organizations, enhancing skills for both group and independent work.
Combining Integrative Counselling and Coaching, this model offers flexibility to address emotional and goal-oriented issues. It allows clients to explore existing patterns and develop new ones during our sessions, enabling me to choose the most suitable interventions from both counselling and coaching methodologies.
Background
Nicola is a dedicated Social Worker with over 13 years of extensive experience in supporting looked-after children, foster carers, and adoptive families. Her rich background includes six years as a therapist, during which she has developed a deep understanding of the complexities faced by families in these situations. Nicola is particularly skilled in providing compassionate care and guidance, ensuring that the needs of both children and caregivers are met with empathy and professionalism.
In addition to her direct work with families, Nicola has supported organizations in establishing internal counseling services, helping them create effective support systems for their employees. She also has extensive experience supervising trainee counsellors on placement, fostering the next generation of mental health professionals. Her qualifications in employee wellbeing and people management further enhance her ability to create a supportive environment for both clients and colleagues. Through her diverse expertise, Nicola remains committed to empowering individuals and families, helping them navigate their unique challenges while fostering resilience and hope for the future.
