Nathan Staniford, BACP

Nathan Staniford is a counsellor who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain and the long changes that come with illness or loss. He offers a steady, non-judgemental presence to talk through difficult feelings. His practice is practical and straightforward, aimed at helping clients find manageable ways forward.

Over a decade Nathan has worked in four NHS Foundation Trusts and at a university. He has run a private practice since 2018. Across that time he has supported people with identity questions, grief and loss, family conflict and personal relationships.

Sessions with Nathan focus on listening first and then building on what matters most to each person. He uses approaches that encourage people to notice what helps them feel calmer and to try small changes that can make a real difference day to day. Conversations are guided by what the client wants to work on rather than a fixed agenda.

Nathan also works with issues such as addiction, sleep and eating concerns, caregiver stress, chronic pain and ADHD-related struggles. He supports people dealing with loneliness, guilt, infidelity and communication problems. He aims to make big problems feel more manageable by breaking them into clearer steps.

Clients describe taking the first step as hard, and Nathan’s focus is on steady support through that process. He practises as a BACP counsellor in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English. International clients can be considered depending on circumstances.

Approach-focused online counselling and practical support

Client-Centred Therapy puts the client's experience at the heart of sessions. It means the counsellor listens closely and follows what matters to the person, helping them name feelings and priorities. This approach is useful for identity questions, relationship concerns and grief.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts and bodily reactions without getting swept away by them. It can help with anxiety, stress and sleep problems by building small daily habits that calm the nervous system.

Solution-Focused Therapy looks for what already works and builds on it. Sessions tend to focus on practical, short-term goals and are helpful when someone wants to make quick, manageable changes in areas like communication, routines or coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Nathan will discuss what feels most useful based on a person's needs, goals and preferences, and will adapt methods as progress is made. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Many people find online counselling easier to fit into busy lives, for example by reducing travel time or allowing sessions during a work break. If you are considering remote work, confirm the session options available before booking so you know what formats are offered. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists who practise these approaches, can help make short-term and longer-term changes without requiring large disruptions to daily routines.