Nicholas Waters

I am currently available Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30pm onwards.

I support clients by providing a space where they can explore the challenges they face without judgement. Through active listening and sensitive questioning, I help clients build an understanding of their issues and provide perspective to help them find possible solutions, or to move towards a sense of self that feels authentic and meaningful. I recognise that issues cannot always be resolved, and in such cases I believe that the therapeutic relationship between client and counsellor can be healing.

I encourage clients to trust their own wisdom and to build their self-awareness. The content of my sessions is often informed by what the client feels is most important to focus on. That might include reflecting on family and self, past events and how they impact the present moment, and/or personal resources and support networks. 

I specialise in honouring, navigating, and supporting the experiences of people marginalised across the intersections of race, ethnicity, sexuality and gender. I work with adults and young people ages 16+ working with issues such as… ableism, abuse, ADHD, anxiety, Autism, beliefs and spirituality, culture, discrimination, education, family, gender identity, grief, homophobia, racism, relationship diversity, sexual identity, transphobia and work.

Prior to beginning counselling with me, I ask clients to fill out an assessment form, so that I can understand the issues at hand, and confirm whether I will be able to help. 

Following that, I offer a free 15-30 minute consultation. The intention behind the consultation is to 'break the ice', and give an opportunity for clients to understand more about my approach to counselling and to ask questions and express concerns if needed. 

I then send out a contract to be signed and dated prior to our initial counselling session.