Nicola Morley

I am available for clients Monday - Friday 8.30am - 6pm.

About Me

Choosing the right therapist is a deeply personal decision. I offer a calm, discreet, and thoughtfully held space where you can explore your experiences with care, at your own pace.

My practice is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and genuine curiosity about each individual’s inner world. I work particularly well with clients who may feel misunderstood, overwhelmed, or are navigating complex emotional or relational difficulties.

I have a special interest in working with neurodivergent clients, including those on the autism spectrum and with ADHD, and I take care to ensure that both the therapeutic relationship and environment feel considered, accessible, and contained.

Areas I Work With

I support clients experiencing a wide range of concerns, including:

Anxiety and depression

Autism and neurodiversity

ADHD

Trauma and post-traumatic stress

Bereavement and complex loss (including baby, pet loss and big life changes)

Narcissistic relationships, emotional manipulation, and coercive control

Identity and self-esteem difficulties

Relationship challenges

Stress, burnout, and work-related pressures

Addiction and substance dependency

I also have experience working with clients navigating complex or

long-standing emotional patterns.

My Approach

My work is person centered drawing on:

Psychodynamic approaches

Phenomenological enquiry

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

This allows me to tailor the work to you as an individual, rather than

applying a fixed method. I offer both exploratory, longer-term therapy

and more focused, shorter-term work, depending on your needs.

Who I Work With

I work with:

Adults and older adults

Young people

Trainees

Sessions & Availability

I offer:

Face-to-face sessions

Online therapy

Telephone sessions

Short-term and long-term therapy

Single Session Therapy (SST)

Time-limited work

I offer a free 15-minute telephone or video consultation so you can see if I am the right therapist for you.  

This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions, and decide if you want to work with me. The relationship we develop plays a crucial role in your therapeutic journey and I'm invested in ensuring you feel comfortable, heard and valued from our first contact.

I work with clients, at their pace with compassion and without judgement. I may offer a gentle challenge from time to time, but always with acceptance and kindness. 

I work both online and face to face from a practice based in St Annes, Lancashire. It is a beautiful premises that is welcoming, comfortable and safe.

Sessions last 50 minutes.

Alongside a Masters Level qualification in Counselling and Psychotherapy, my background in Theology, Philosophy, and the Photographic Arts brings depth, creativity, and curiosity to my practice. I am a Registered Member of the Â鶹ԭ´´ and an Accredited Registrant of the NCPS. To keep my practice ethical, current, and responsive, in addition to completing a PGDip in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I engage in ongoing professional development and have completed specialist professional development in:

ADHD

Autism

Gaslighting, Emotional Manipulation and Coercion Certfication

Gender Dysphoria & Autism Spectrum

Grief and Narcissistic Relationships

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Your First Session

You will be greeted by reception and offered refreshments on arrival.  The therapy rooms are welcoming, private, and carefully designed to promote a sense of calm — with soft furnishings and a range of textures, offering a supportive environment particularly suited toneurodiverse clients.

Prior to our first meeting, I will send you a contract along with full details of the therapy room location and your appointment time.

In our first session, we will take time to go through the agreement together, ensuring you feel fully informed and comfortable. I will also gather a small amount of personal information, such as your contact details and GP surgery.

From there, the session becomes a space for you.

There is no expectation to have clear goals from the outset. We will begin by gently exploring what has brought you to therapy, allowing your thoughts and feelings to unfold naturally.

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Initial Consultation

I offer a complimentary 15-minute telephone or video chat.

This provides an opportunity for you to ask questions and get a sense of whether you feel comfortable working with me, before making any commitment.

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A Final Note

Clients often come to therapy feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, orunsure where to begin. You are welcome to bring whatever feels most important — or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right.

If you feel I may be a good fit for you, you are very welcome to get in touch.