Therapist
Nicholas Mistiades Dunn
BACP, NCPS
Experienced counsellor for complex life challenges
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- 25 years' experience
- Focus on practical coping
- Works in English
About Nicholas
He creates an open, non-judgemental space where clients can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on understanding what is happening now and finding practical ways to cope. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs.
Over a long career he has helped people facing a wide range of challenges. These include self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related matters, eating concerns and anger. He has also offered support around ADHD, bipolar issues and compassion fatigue.
Nicholas has worked with additional issues such as adoption and foster care, attachment and abandonment worries, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family difficulties and caregiver stress. He also supports people managing chronic illness, cancer-related concerns and co-morbidity of health and mental-health issues.
He holds BACP and NCPS credentials, and works from the United Kingdom. Sessions are conducted in English. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Languages
English
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How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Many clients benefit from evidence-based techniques that focus on present problems and practical coping. One approach involves learning concrete strategies to manage anxiety and stress, such as breathing exercises, activity planning and step-by-step problem solving. These techniques are useful when immediate symptoms are a main concern.Another common approach concentrates on relationships and attachment. This work looks at patterns in how people connect and communicate, and tries simple ways to change interactions and build trust. It can help with intimacy-related worries, blended-family strains and communication problems.
Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals and preferences, try methods that fit the situation, and adjust the work as progress is made. Collaboration helps find what feels most useful.
If you are considering online therapy, please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified here. Many people find remote sessions easier to fit into a busy life, allow quicker check-ins during the working day, and remove travel time. Others prefer in-person or blended arrangements; the therapist will discuss what suits each person’s circumstances and routine.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, and many other concerns such as addiction, trauma, eating issues and anger.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He offers an open, non-judgemental space and works collaboratively to identify practical coping strategies tailored to each person.
How much experience does he have?
He brings nearly 25 years of counselling, supervision and training experience to his work with clients.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He holds BACP and NCPS credentials and practises from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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