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Nicholas Gavaza, BACP

Online sessions across the UK 5+ years in practice

Nicholas Gavaza is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and depression.

About Nicholas

Nicholas Gavaza is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and depression. He presents a calm, straightforward approach and encourages people to build on their existing strengths. He writes plainly and aims to make the first step feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure.

Nicholas believes each person knows their own story best.

Background and approach

He works collaboratively to recognise what is already working and to identify small, practical changes that can lead to clearer thinking and steadier feelings. Sessions focus on real-life problems and realistic next steps rather than on jargon or lengthy theory.

With five years of experience in the United Kingdom, he has supported people dealing with body image worries, communication difficulties, family-related stress, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation. He also addresses topics such as forgiveness, life purpose and social anxiety. This background helps him offer a broad, grounded perspective when worries feel overwhelming.

Nicholas provides a direct but respectful style that helps people find ways to express difficult feelings and build confidence. He helps clients explore motivation and practical strategies for change, while recognising the small wins along the way. People who choose him can expect clear conversation, straightforward goals, and a focus on workable steps for day-to-day life.

He invites those ready to try something different to take the next step toward feeling more in control.

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BACP 406714 May 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

What Nicholas works with

Everything Nicholas lists, in their own terms.

Online support

Many of Nicholas's sessions draw on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and clearer thinking. One common approach helps people learn new ways to respond to anxious or overwhelming thoughts by identifying unhelpful patterns and practising alternative responses. This can reduce worry and improve day-to-day functioning.

Another frequently used approach centres on building self-esteem and motivation through small, achievable goals. The work focuses on recognising strengths, setting realistic steps and tracking progress so confidence grows over time rather than overnight.

Finding the right approach is part of working together. Nicholas treats the process as collaborative and will help clients decide which methods suit their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts the work as progress is made and checks in regularly to make sure the plan still fits.

Online therapy with him is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from anywhere, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, live chat suits shorter check-ins and text messaging works well for people who prefer writing. These options give flexibility to fit therapy around work, study or family life and make it easier to keep sessions consistent.

Frequently asked

What kinds of concerns does he help with?

Nicholas supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, anger, low self-esteem and depression. He also works on related issues such as body image, communication problems, guilt and isolation.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered in a straightforward, practical way. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and small steps clients can take between meetings.

How much experience does he have?

He has five years of professional experience working with people in the United Kingdom. That experience covers a range of common emotional and interpersonal concerns.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

Nicholas is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP. He practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are offered in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the UK work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time and works with people located in the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and getting started handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and is billed via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

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