Nico Ives

Overview

The practice is run by Nico Ives, a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) who offers integrative therapeutic work across North Cornwall and online. The practice emphasises reconnection with self and others and draws on a range of somatic, psychodynamic and humanistic influences to support long-term personal development and healing.

The practitioner has particular experience working with compulsive behaviours, addiction and sexuality and combines clinical frameworks such as Internal Family Systems, somatic approaches and relational work with influences from 12-step systems and secular Buddhist practice. They offer both short- and long-term work and adapt treatment to client needs.

Best for

This practitioner is best suited for adults seeking support with addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, compulsive behaviours, ADHD and mood difficulties who want an integrative, trauma-aware approach. The practice is comfortable working with issues relating to sexuality, internet use and neurodivergence.

• Clients experiencing addiction or substance dependency
• Adults with anxiety, depression or ADHD-related difficulties
• People seeking help with intimacy, sexuality or compulsive behaviours

Approach

The approach is integrative and person-centred, combining humanistic, psychodynamic and evidence-informed methods. Sessions may include exploration of personal history, relational patterns and somatic experience to support understanding and change. Internal Family Systems and relational frameworks are used alongside cognitive and interpersonal techniques where helpful.

Treatment typically begins with an introductory conversation (a free 20-minute call) followed by an initial session during which aims and practicalities are agreed and a counselling agreement is provided. The practitioner offers flexibility in session length and duration and can incorporate exercises between sessions if agreed.

Work may include long-term or short-term therapy, outdoor sessions, online sessions and telephone or text-based contact where appropriate. The practitioner adapts methods to the needs of the client and their presenting issues.

Education and Training

The practitioner is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). Their professional development includes training in somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems and other integrative modalities; additional influences noted include training and practice informed by somatics, compassionate enquiry and non-violent communication.

Support

Clients receive a confidential, ethically framed therapeutic relationship with clear boundaries and a counselling agreement provided at the start of work. Safety and client autonomy are emphasised, and preparation and integration of material arising in sessions are included within the therapeutic framework.

Support options include an initial free introductory call to discuss suitability, ongoing session planning, and practicality discussions (for example whether exercises between sessions are wanted). The practice is experienced in working with complex presentations including trauma and compulsive behaviours and uses a trauma-aware lens to manage risk and client needs.

Practical details

Sessions are offered face-to-face in North Cornwall locations (Wadebridge, Launceston, Bude and surrounding areas) and online, with some availability for work in London. The practitioner offers both long-term and short-term work and multiple delivery formats including outdoor and telephone sessions. A free 20-minute introductory call is available to help decide on working together. Sessions are listed from £50.

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.