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Nico Novell

BACP

Nico Novell , BACP

Therapist in United Kingdom

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About Nico

Nico Novell is a UK-licensed therapist with 20 years of professional experience who supports people navigating addictions, LGBT-related concerns, relationship difficulties and family conflicts. He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating and food-related problems, parenting and career challenges, and concerns around self-esteem and intimacy. His practice also pays attention to more specific areas such as abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, dissociation and gender dysphoria.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to reflect individual needs and goals. Drawing on his BACP credential - membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, which indicates professional training and adherence to UK counselling standards - he seeks to create a therapeutic space that honors each client's experience. Nico emphasizes collaboration, helping people explore patterns, build coping skills and work toward more fulfilling relationships and life changes.

Recognizing that reaching out takes courage, he offers steady support throughout the process and adapts his approach to what each person finds most helpful, aiming to guide practical steps toward greater wellbeing.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Nico Novell draws on client-centered therapy and psychodynamic therapy to guide online work in ways that suit each person's needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on empathetic listening and a collaborative relationship - it prioritizes the client's perspective and helps with issues like self-esteem, relationship struggles and coping with life transitions. Psychodynamic therapy explores how past relationships and unconscious patterns influence current behavior and feelings, which can be helpful for understanding trauma, attachment concerns and recurring interpersonal difficulties.



Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is decided together. He works collaboratively with clients to identify priorities, try methods that fit their goals and adjust the plan as progress unfolds, so therapy remains responsive to individual preferences and changes over time.



Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations and fit therapy into busy lives while preserving a consistent relationship with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Nico Novell have?

Nico Novell has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Nico Novell a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is licensed in the United Kingdom and holds BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy membership, which reflects professional training and standards in UK counselling and psychotherapy.

In which languages does Nico Novell provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English, Spanish and Catalan.

Where is Nico Novell located?

Nico Novell is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Nico Novell as my therapist?

You can work with Nico Novell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging.

Does Nico Novell work with international clients?

Yes, Nico Novell works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Nico Novell cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issues

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexuality

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

See below

Languages

English, Spanish, Catalan

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