Nathaniel Grant

Mon: 1pm - 8.30pm

Tue: 1pm - 8.30pm

Wed: 1pm - 8.30pm

Thu: 9am - 5pm

Sat: 9am - 5pm (fortnightly)

Hi I'm Nat (he/him),

Most people describe me as easy going, friendly, and say that my calm nature is contagious. I approach life with open-mindedness, and very much enjoy challenging 'the norm'.

For me, the most important part of therapy is trust. It should be a place where you can let your guard down, and say anything without feeling embarrassed or ashamed. I know from having my own therapy (yes, I've struggled too), that finding someone you 'click with' really matters. 

Experience:

I have a good deal of experience with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, loss, and relationships.

I also have specific experience helping people navigate the impacts of trauma, abuse, and Complex PTSD; impacts that may have left you feeling on high alert, disconnected from yourself, broken, or unable to regulate your emotions.

A big passion of mine is talking with people who feel stigmatised or othered by the judgments of society. In a world full of rigid labels and black & white views, we often mask parts of ourselves to fit in, which can be suffocating and isolating. As such, I very much welcome conversations about gender identity, sexuality, relationship diversity, neurodiversity, and unconventional life views.

I know that life can also be messy, and our struggles don't always fit neatly into one box. I'm therefore happy to talk with you about anything, with a belief that good counselling is more about human connection than formal credentials. So feel free to reach out, even if your difficulties aren't listed.

Qualifications:

- MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy (Keele University)

- Graduate Certificate in Counselling (Keele University)

I've also completed additional training in Trauma Counselling, Abuse, Neuro-affirming Counselling, and Relationship Therapy.

What to expect:

In our sessions, we'll talk through what's on your mind, and see if we can help you feel more at ease. This might involve:

- Dealing with emotions and memories that feel heavy or consuming

- Challenging unhelpful thought patterns

- Looking to understand or make sense of things

- Practicing acceptance

- Exploring different perspectives

- or simply having a vent, cry, laugh, or swear - whatever helps you feel lighter!

Because everyone's different, I always approach sessions as a collaboration rather than a 'treatment'. I'll sometimes ask questions, offer observations/suggestions, or share my knowledge, but won't patronise you or pressure you into anything that doesn't feel right.

I hope you'll find me to be warm, jargon free, and inclusive. No topics are taboo, and you won't be judged or dismissed.

Prices:

£50 per hour (in-person, online, or walk & talk).

I also offer 2hr walk & talk sessions for £75.

FREE 30 minute (no obligation) introduction call if you'd like to test the water before deciding.