Creating Positive Change
One Step at a Time
Helping people discover what they need and how to achieve it
How can I help you?
Whether you're an individual or couple facing a specific challenge or simply feeling stuck, counselling provides a safe space to explore what's troubling you and find a way forward.
Do you often feel on edge, restless, or unable to switch off your thoughts?
Has your mood been persistently low, flat, or harder to lift than usual?
Are everyday tasks starting to feel heavier or more overwhelming than they used to?
Counselling provides steady, structured support to help you manage overwhelming feelings, ease persistent worry, and gradually restore emotional balance.
Are conversations with someone important to you turning into arguments or silence?
Do you feel unheard, misunderstood, or emotionally distant?
Are you struggling to rebuild trust or reconnect after conflict?
Therapeutic work creates space to improve communication, rebuild understanding, and strengthen emotional connection.
Do you feel constantly under pressure with no real time to recover?
Are you close to burnout, or already feeling exhausted and depleted?
Is it becoming harder to manage responsibilities that once felt manageable?
Counselling helps you develop practical coping strategies, regain perspective, and reduce the impact of chronic stress and burnout.
Are you navigating a significant change and feeling uncertain about what comes next?
Has a shift in career, identity, or family life left you feeling unsettled?
Are you questioning direction, purpose, or meaning at this stage of life?
Through reflective and supportive conversations, counselling helps you process change, regain clarity, and move forward with greater confidence.
Do you feel stuck in patterns you've tried to stop but can't seem to?
Is a behaviour beginning to impact your relationships, work, or wellbeing?
Do you feel a loss of control followed by guilt, secrecy, or shame?
Counselling offers compassionate, accountable support to understand harmful patterns, rebuild control, and foster meaningful, sustainable change.
Are past experiences still affecting how you feel, think, or respond today?
Do certain triggers bring intense emotional or physical reactions?
Are you finding it difficult to feel safe, settled, or fully present?
With a trauma-informed approach, counselling supports careful processing of difficult experiences while helping you build safety, stability, and resilience.
Is your inner critic louder than your self-belief?
Do you struggle to recognise your strengths or value?
Are you holding back from opportunities due to self-doubt?
Counselling helps you develop a healthier relationship with yourself, strengthen self-worth, and build lasting confidence.
Do professional demands leave little time or energy for yourself?
Are you feeling torn between ambition and personal wellbeing?
Has work begun to dominate your thoughts even outside working hours?
Therapeutic support helps you establish clearer boundaries, restore balance, and create a more sustainable and fulfilling rhythm of life.
If you're unsure whether counselling is right for you, a free consultation can help clarify your needs.
BACP Accredited Member
Membership No. 342946
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
BACP accreditation demonstrates the highest standards of professional practice, ongoing supervision, and commitment to ethical guidelines. You can trust you're working with a qualified, experienced professional.
BUPA Approved Provider
Provider No. 30050147
BUPA approval means you can claim sessions through your private health insurance, making professional support more accessible.
Why Work With a Qualified Professional?
- Evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your needs
- Confidential, safe space with clear ethical boundaries
- Ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
- Commitment to your wellbeing and positive outcomes
Hi, I'm Nicola
I'm a Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Health Coach. I'm passionate about empowering people to make change and live a happier, more meaningful life.
I work collaboratively with clients to help them understand their needs and provide them with the tools to make positive changes. It takes courage to seek help, but the benefits can be life-changing.
Take the first step today and get in touch.
Qualifications, Training & Experience
BSc (Hons) First Class in Humanistic and Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy, Sherwood Institute of Psychotherapy, Nottingham (2017)
Health Coach Diploma, College of Naturopathic Medicine (2023)
BACP Accredited Member (342946), British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
BUPA Approved Counsellor & Psychotherapist (30050147)
Professional Experience
Alongside my private practice, I have supported both individuals and groups across a range of clinical and community settings, including:
- Delivering one-to-one therapy and facilitating therapeutic workshops within drug and alcohol rehabilitation services
- Working within mental health charities, supporting adults experiencing complex emotional challenges
- Providing therapeutic support through domestic abuse services
- Supporting individuals and families within a hospice setting, helping them navigate grief, loss, and end-of-life experiences
These diverse settings have deepened my understanding of the many ways emotional distress can present, and allow me to work with sensitivity, flexibility, and respect for each person's unique circumstances.
The Hollies, 105 Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire
Step inside the counselling space in Belper, Derbyshire
A Calm, Private Counselling Space in Belper, Derbyshire
The Hollies, 105 Bridge Street, Belper, Derbyshire
When you visit you'll step into a calm, discreet and welcoming setting designed to help you feel at ease from the moment you arrive. From the entryway through to the consultation room, the environment is intentionally professional, private and quietly reassuring. The room itself is simple, light and comfortable — creating a grounded, confidential space where you can slow down, speak openly, and feel heard without interruption or judgement. Therapy works best when you feel safe. This space has been created to support that sense of safety — physically, emotionally, and professionally — so you can focus fully on what matters most to you.
Peaceful & Professional Environment
A welcoming space that puts you at ease from the moment you arrive.
Clean, Bright & Private
A light-filled consultation room that supports both wellbeing and confidentiality.
Confidential & Comfortable
A setting where you can settle in, feel safe, and focus on what matters.
Free Car Parking Available
Convenient free parking subject to availability
In-Person & Online Appointments
Nicola works face-to-face with individual clients and couples from this office in Belper, Derbyshire, and also offers private counselling sessions online for greater flexibility and comfort.
Services
Counselling and Psychotherapy
A safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement. Counselling supports you through emotional distress, life challenges, and mental health concerns. Together, we'll work at your pace to understand patterns, develop coping strategies, and move towards positive change.
Health Coaching
Structured, goal-focused support for sustainable lifestyle change. Health coaching is not therapy—it's forward-looking, practical guidance for improving wellbeing, habits, and balance. Ideal for those seeking motivation, accountability, and confidence in making lasting health improvements.
Group Workshops
Tailored workshops for organisations, teams, and groups focusing on wellbeing and personal development. Topics include stress management, menopause support, addiction awareness, healthy relationships, and mindfulness. Designed to promote healthier work-life balance and emotional resilience.
Counselling Services
A safe, confidential space to explore your feelings, work through difficulties, and find a way forward at your own pace.
Individual Counselling
Individual counselling offers a confidential space to talk about what's troubling you. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, or life transitions, counselling can help you understand your feelings and find ways to move forward.
Sessions are collaborative and paced to suit you. There is no pressure to share more than you feel comfortable with. Together, we work to understand what's happening and explore what might help.
Sessions: 50 minutes | Fee: £65 per session
Couples Counselling
Couples counselling provides a neutral space for both partners to be heard. It can help with communication difficulties, conflict, trust issues, or navigating change together.
The focus is on understanding each other's perspectives, exploring patterns, and finding ways to reconnect or move forward. Sessions are non-judgmental and supportive of both individuals.
Sessions: 75 minutes | Fee: £85 per session
BUPA Approved
I am a BACP-accredited counsellor and psychotherapist and an approved provider with Bupa. This means eligible Bupa members can access therapy with me through their health insurance, with sessions offered face-to-face, online, or by telephone (subject to authorisation).
Resources
Helpful information and support for emotional wellbeing and mental health.
Talk to Someone
Talking about how you're feeling can help. Reaching out is an important step.
Movement and Nature
Gentle movement and time outdoors can support emotional wellbeing.
Be Kind to Yourself
It's okay to not be okay. Allow yourself time and space without judgment.
Learn About Your Feelings
Understanding more about anxiety or low mood can help you feel less alone.
Support & Crisis Resources
If you are in immediate danger, please call 999 or attend your nearest A&E. The organisations below can provide urgent support outside of our sessions.
If you need immediate support or are in crisis, the following organisations offer free and confidential help:
Samaritans
24/7 emotional support for anyone experiencing distress or suicidal thoughts.
Shout
A free, confidential 24/7 text messaging support service.
Women's Aid
Support for women experiencing domestic abuse, including safety planning and local refuge services.
Mankind Initiative
Confidential support for male victims of domestic abuse.
Respect
Offers support for both male victims of domestic abuse (via the Men's Advice Line) and individuals concerned about their own harmful behaviour.
Testimonials
"Nicola has helped me rediscover my direction in life and ways to get back on track"
— 32 year old female
"Working with Nicola has been transformative. Her compassionate approach helped me understand myself better and develop healthier coping strategies."
— 45 year old client
"I was struggling with anxiety and stress. Nicola's guidance gave me the tools to manage my emotions and find peace in my daily life."
— 28 year old client
"After months of feeling stuck, Nicola helped me see things from a different perspective. I now feel more confident and in control of my life."
— 38 year old client
"Nicola created a safe space where I could explore my feelings without judgment. Her support helped me through one of the most difficult periods of my life."
— 52 year old client
"I came to Nicola feeling overwhelmed by relationship difficulties. Her gentle guidance helped me understand patterns and make positive changes."
— 41 year old client
"The coping strategies Nicola taught me have been invaluable. I now have practical tools to manage stress and maintain better emotional balance."
— 35 year old client
"Nicola's warmth and professionalism made me feel comfortable from the first session. I've made progress I didn't think was possible."
— 29 year old client
"As a couple, we were at a real crossroads. Nicola helped us truly listen to each other again and rebuild the trust we thought we'd lost. We're in such a better place now."
— Couple — couples counselling
"We came to Nicola after years of the same arguments going nowhere. Her calm, structured approach gave us both the tools to communicate without it turning into conflict. Genuinely life-changing."
— Couple — couples counselling
"I started health coaching with Nicola feeling exhausted and completely out of balance. Within weeks I had a clear routine, more energy, and a mindset shift I didn't think was possible at my age."
— 34 year old female — health coaching
"Nicola's health coaching gave me the structure and accountability I'd been missing for years. I've lost weight, sleep better, and finally feel in control of my health again."
— 38 year old male — health coaching
Messages of Gratitude
Heartfelt thanks from clients over the years
Start Your Journey Today
Simply fill out the below enquiry form to find out more
Enquiry Form
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Contact Information
nmoorecounselling@gmail.com
Phone
07946 103630
Opening Hours
Tuesday9:30am – 9pm
Wednesday9:30am – 3pm (Online Only)
Thursday9:30am – 9pm
Friday9:30am – 3pm
Sat – MonClosed