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Nathan Staniford, BACP

Nathan Staniford is a counsellor with ten years of practice who supports people facing anxiety, relationship strain, grief and identity concerns.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
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About Nathan

Nathan Staniford is a counsellor with ten years of practice who supports people facing anxiety, relationship strain, grief and identity concerns. He aims to make the first step easier by listening without judgment and helping clients find clearer ways forward. Nathan works to build an open environment where people feel able to speak about painful thoughts and emotions.

He keeps sessions practical and down to earth, helping clients name what matters and try small changes between meetings.

Background and approach

Over the past decade he has worked in four NHS foundation trusts and at a university, and has run a independent practice since 2018. That mix of settings means he has seen a wide range of life challenges and everyday struggles. His main ways of working include client-centred talking, mindfulness techniques and solution-focused conversations.

These approaches are used to reduce stress, improve coping with life changes and tackle issues like addiction, career worries and low self-esteem. Nathan also supports people dealing with family problems, parenting pressures, chronic illness and body image concerns. He pays attention to how everyday routines, relationships and thinking patterns affect mood and behaviour.

Sessions are offered in English and are available to people in the United Kingdom and internationally. Nathan aims to help people find manageable, step-by-step ways to feel more settled and more able to cope with life.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	250007	August 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

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Ways of working Nathan names

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Therapeutic approaches for online counselling

Nathan commonly uses client-centred therapy, which means he focuses on listening and understanding each person's experience without judgement and helps them find their own answers. This approach can be helpful for issues like low self-esteem, relationship strain and grief.

He also draws on mindfulness therapy to teach simple awareness and breathing practices that reduce stress and improve concentration. These practices often support people dealing with anxiety, sleep problems and chronic pain.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Nathan will discuss what feels most useful based on a client's needs, goals and preferences, and they will decide which methods to try in collaboration.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video calls are useful for a face-to-face style conversation, phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited, short chats or messaging suit quick check-ins or ongoing support, and live chat can be a good option for people who prefer typing over speaking. These options help fit therapy around work, travel or caring responsibilities while keeping the focus on useful techniques and steady progress.

Frequently asked

What kinds of problems does Nathan help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, addictions, ADHD and related concerns like body image and caregiver stress.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is open and practical, using client-centred listening alongside mindfulness and solution-focused conversation to help people try small changes.

What background does he bring to sessions?

He has ten years' counselling experience across four NHS foundation trusts and a university, and has worked in independent practice since 2018.

Where is he based and what credential does he hold?

He practises in the United Kingdom and lists BACP as a credential.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions billed and what does it cost?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.