Nadia Mackenzie

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship difficulties
• CBT and psychodynamic

About Nadia

Nadia Mackenzie works with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, family and parenting concerns, career issues, depression and ADHD. She uses talking therapy to explore feelings and develop practical strategies for coping. Nadia is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds NCPS, with five years' professional experience in the UK.

Nadia meets people who feel stuck, overwhelmed or uncertain about next steps. She works relationally and lets the client’s needs guide the focus of sessions. Conversations aim to identify what is causing difficulty, how it affects daily life, and what small changes might help.

Her practice draws on client-centred (person-centred) ideas, psychodynamic thinking and cognitive behavioural techniques. That means some sessions focus on exploring past patterns and relationships, while others focus on practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. Mindfulness approaches are sometimes used to help with stress and grounding.

Nadia describes working collaboratively and at a pace that suits the person. Sessions involve talking through feelings, trying out coping techniques and reflecting on choices. She aims to help people notice what keeps them stuck and to develop ways of managing problems as they arise.

People come to Nadia for a wide range of issues including abandonment, attachment difficulties, blended family matters, body image, chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, communication problems and divorce or separation. She also supports those facing cancer, ageing and geriatric concerns, autism and Asperger Syndrome, avoidant personality patterns, codependency and commitment issues.

Sessions are conducted in English and based in the United Kingdom. Nadia’s background and methods are intended to help people gain clearer self-understanding and practical tools to cope with everyday challenges.

How Nadia’s therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Nadia commonly uses attachment-based ideas to look at how early and current relationships shape feelings and expectations. This can help when relationship patterns and trust issues are part of what causes distress. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is also used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical exercises to change behaviour and mood. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help reduce stress and build simple breathing and attention practices.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Nadia will discuss goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit the person’s needs. She works collaboratively so the plan can change as understanding grows and priorities shift.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counselling around work, family and travel commitments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or sessions without a video link if someone prefers less bandwidth or a quieter arrangement. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly offer these practical benefits to help counselling fit into everyday life.

Topics Nadia lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Relationship issues
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Coping with life changes
• Family conflicts
• Parenting issues
• Career difficulties
• Depression
• ADHD
• Abandonment
• Aging and geriatric issues
• Attachment issues
• Autism and Asperger Syndrome
• Avoidant personality
• Blended family issues
• Body image
• Cancer
• Caregiver issues and stress
• Chronic pain, illness, and disability
• Codependency
• Commitment issues
• Communication problems
• Control issues
• Divorce and separation
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Fatherhood issues
• Forgiveness
• Guilt and shame
• Hoarding
• Hospice and end-of-life counselling
• Impulsivity
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Midlife crisis
• Money and financial issues
• Mood disorders
• Narcissism
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Phobias
• Post-traumatic stress
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Women's issues
• Workplace issues
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Psychodynamic Therapy

Questions about Nadia

Does she work with anxiety?

Yes. Anxiety and stress are listed among her main areas of work and she uses methods such as CBT and mindfulness to help manage symptoms.

What kind of counselling does she offer?

She works relationally and draws on client-centred (person-centred), psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural therapy approaches.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years' professional experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.

Which professional bodies is she part of and where is she based?

She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and holds NCPS, and she practises in the United Kingdom.

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients book sessions?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start seeing her?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.