- Person-centred focus
- Drug and alcohol experience
- Practical coping skills
About Nathan
Nathan Holmes welcomes parents and individuals who are feeling overwhelmed by change, addiction, relationship tensions or low mood. He writes plainly and listens closely, helping people name what matters and take small steps forward. Nathan aims to make sessions straightforward and practical for busy lives.
He trained in humanistic integrative counselling with a focus on Person Centred theory and is registered with the BACP. That means sessions centre on the person's own goals, and the counsellor helps guide the conversation rather than directing it. Nathan has seven years' experience working with a range of people across different life situations.
In recent years he spent time supporting people through drug and alcohol problems and offering help to their family members. He uses approaches that encourage honest conversation and motivation to change, and he tailors each meeting to the issue at hand. Typical concerns include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, parenting strain and family conflict.
Nathan aims to create a calm, approachable space where practical next steps are discussed. He often works on communication skills, managing stress and coping with life changes. Parents find this helpful when day-to-day pressures start to feel unmanageable.
People who want a conversational, person-led style are likely to feel comfortable with him. He invites prospective clients to think about their immediate goals and what they hope to change before booking a first session.
How his approaches work for online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person leading the conversation. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects what is heard, and supports the client to find their own solutions. This approach helps when someone wants a respectful, non-judgemental space to make sense of family stress, grief or low self-esteem.Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of talking about change. It uses gentle questions and reflections to help people resolve mixed feelings and move towards goals. This can be useful for someone dealing with addictions, motivation for parenting changes, or making life adjustments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nathan will talk with clients about what feels most helpful and adapt methods to fit their needs and goals. The process is collaborative and shaped by the client's priorities rather than a fixed plan.
Please confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people join from different locations while keeping appointments consistent with day-to-day life.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he help with?
Nathan works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief and parenting difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices a person-centred approach that keeps the client in control, combined with motivational interviewing to support change and goal-setting.
How much experience does he have?
Nathan has seven years of counselling experience supporting a wide range of people and presenting difficulties.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.