- Strengths-based approach
- Practical daily strategies
- Evidence-informed counselling
About Nancy
Nancy Cowling is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing sleep difficulties alongside a wide range of emotional challenges. She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and motivation. Her approach treats each person as the expert in their own life and builds on the strengths they already have.
Nancy emphasises small, steady steps and practical strategies that can be used day to day. Conversations focus on what is getting in the way of better sleep, mood or relationships and on clear ways to test new habits. She aims to offer calm, steady support while people try things that might feel difficult at first.
With seven years of experience and membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Nancy draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address common problems. She explains ideas in plain language and works collaboratively to set goals that matter to the person in front of her.
Sessions often cover coping skills, managing overwhelming emotions, grief and recovery after abuse, as well as practical ways to improve sleep and daily routine. Nancy also works with issues such as addictions, eating and body image concerns, anger, career stress and compassion fatigue.
People who contact her are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to availability. The process is intended to make the first step straightforward and to help people find a way forward that fits their life.
How therapeutic approaches support sleep and wellbeing
Two common evidence-based approaches Nancy uses involve focusing on practical changes and exploring how thoughts and feelings affect behaviour. One approach aims to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and gently test new ways of responding; this helps with anxiety, low mood and sleep problems by changing habits that keep problems going. Another approach concentrates on building routines and practical skills for everyday life, such as pacing activity, managing stress, and creating consistent sleep-related habits to improve rest.Choosing the right way of working is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals, what has helped in the past, and what feels manageable now. Together they agree what to try and check progress as they go so the plan can be adjusted if needed.
If you are considering online therapy, please confirm the exact session formats available before booking as this profile does not specify them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people try therapy from a familiar routine and test sleep and daily habits in real life while keeping the therapeutic relationship consistent.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Nancy help with?
Nancy works with stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression and related concerns listed by the practice.
What is her general counselling style?
The style is collaborative and practical. Conversations focus on small, testable steps and everyday strategies that can improve sleep and coping.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with people on emotional and behavioural concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.