Nancy Brookes, BACP

Nancy Brookes welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief or major life changes. She makes space for honest talk and helps people name what is most difficult. Her style is calm and straightforward, aimed at helping each person find practical ways forward.

With three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom, Nancy has worked with people coping with trauma, abuse and depression. She has supported those managing panic attacks, social anxiety and the emotional impact of cancer and domestic violence. She also helps with issues around guilt, shame, sexuality, self-love and concerns common to young adults.

Sessions focus on listening first and then shaping practical steps the client can try between meetings. Nancy aims to make sessions feel manageable by breaking concerns into small, addressable pieces. She encourages realistic goals and simple tools that fit into everyday life.

People often come wanting relief from intense feelings, clearer ways to cope, or help adjusting after loss or change. Nancy works alongside each person to identify what matters most and to try approaches that suit their situation. She keeps language plain and explanations short so ideas are easy to put into practice.

Therapy is collaborative and paced to the person’s needs. If you want straightforward support for anxiety, grief or major life shifts, Nancy offers a steady, practical presence to help you move forward.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often include brief, practical methods that help people manage distressing thoughts and strong emotions. One common approach teaches skills for noticing thoughts and reducing unhelpful patterns, which can help with anxiety and panic by offering concrete steps to try during a flare-up. Another approach focuses on processing difficult experiences and building tolerance for painful memories, which can assist people working through trauma, grief or loss.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the person about their needs, goals and preferences. Together they will try methods that feel right and adjust things that do not fit, keeping the process collaborative and paced to the person’s comfort.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow short check-ins or longer sessions depending on what you need. Some formats also rely less on video and may suit people who prefer audio-only conversations or quick, focussed updates. Confirm the available options so you can choose the way that best fits your routine and attention levels.