
Meet Nicole Ponder
Mental Health Specialist
Welcome to Pondering Therapies! My name is Nicole Ponder, and I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards mental well-being. With a Master of Science in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Counseling, along with extensive experience in the NHS, I am here to help you achieve your individual therapeutic goals. Together, we can explore your unique needs and work towards positive change.
Why Therapy?
It can help with


Anxiety
Stress naturally causes anxiety, which can cause unease, worry, or terror. Exams and job interviews can cause anxiety, but excessive or chronic anxiety may be a behaviourally condition. This illness can cause physical symptoms such as heart palpitations, restlessness, or trouble breathing. Understanding triggers and establishing coping techniques are essential to anxiety management.
Depression
Depression is a common mental health condition marked by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest, and low energy, often impacting daily life and overall well-being.
Trauma
Trauma is a deeply distressing experience that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, often leaving lasting emotional, psychological, and physical impacts.

Relationship Issues
Relationship issues refer to challenges or conflicts between individuals in a personal or professional relationship, often involving communication, trust, or emotional connection difficulties.
Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is the overall sense of value, confidence, and self-worth a person holds about themselves.
Grief
Grief is the deep emotional response to loss, often involving feelings of sadness, longing, and adjustment to life without what was lost.
Client Stories
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