Dr. Nicholas P. Sarantakis Senior Lecturer

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In my 35 years I have never spoken to a psychologist. Then events in my life became overwhelming, and in my desperation I decided to make an appointment via Instahelp. I picked Nicholas because of his credentials and website, but truthfully, I wasn’t really expecting the sessions to be of much help; I just wanted someone to talk to. I spoke in torrents and incoherently, trying to make sense of my situation. Nicholas was patient and attentive. I never felt pressured to speak; he never tried to force an idea on me. And gradually I started to listen. The experience has been a journey for me, not one where I was led by the hand, but one when I was adeptly guided, yet the decisions and conclusions remained my own. I began the sessions thinking I needed to understand my situation, but learned that actually I needed to understand myself. I cannot recommend Nicholas highly enough for anyone that feels lost. He is compassionate, non-judgemental, perceptive, and warm. He knows when to ask challenging questions and when to delve deeper into an off-hand comment you think is irrelevant. I am extremely grateful for the sessions we had together.

No comment, an anonymous client with the topic "Anxieties"

Excellent

No comment, an anonymous client with the topic "Addictive behaviour"

No comment, an anonymous client with the topic "Depressive mood"

Good conversation, good counselling, taking one month break.

I liked the ease of use/using the website to chat and that the psychologist tried to find out if there was a problem. I didn't like the sessions seemed to feel quite short.

At first I liked it was anonymous, because i could discuss my issues without feeling judged. I hadn’t been able to do that with anyone until my counselling started. Nicholas is truly a godsend. He is insanely talented at what he does and makes such a difference to peoples lives. It would be helful if counselling appointments could be used on a pay as you go service as sometimes I need 2 in one week and sometimes none for a few weeks also.