Expert Private psychological assessment, diagnosis, therapy in Birmingham and online

Dr Nick Zygouris
Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Adults | Adolescents | Couples | Families

 Consultant Level Expertise
HCPC Registered
BPS Chartered
20+ years’ experience in NHS and private practice

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Get to know Dr Nick and his approach

Dr Nick is a Chartered member of the British Psychological Society
Dr Nick Zygouris is registered with the HCPC
Dr Nick is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Dr Nick is a Chartered member of the Science Council
Dr Nick has a no record on the DBS

A warm welcome by Dr Nick

I am Dr Nick Zygouris, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist offering in-person therapy in Birmingham and online therapy across the UK. My approach is thoughtful, evidence-based and tailored to you, not simply to a diagnosis.

Therapy offers a space to slow things down, talk openly, and make sense of what has been difficult. Sessions are collaborative and carefully paced. You will not be judged, rushed or given generic advice. Together, we focus on understanding your difficulties properly, identifying what may be keeping them going, and developing a clear therapeutic plan that fits your needs.

I support people experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship difficulties, chronic health-related distress, intense emotions, and more complex or longstanding difficulties. I also work with couples and families who want to repair, strengthen or better understand their relationships.

Dr Nick Zygouris Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Dr Nick Zygouris
Consultant Clinical Psychologist

A welcoming and confidential clinic

A discreet Birmingham clinic and online appointments for people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures and identities.

Assessment, diagnosis, therapy

Clarity and support for emotional, behavioural and interpersonal difficulties, ranging from mild or moderate concerns to severe, recurrent and longstanding problems.

Consultant-level expertise

Over two decades of clinical experience across direct therapy, specialist assessment, clinical leadership, supervision and governance in the NHS and privately.

Clear or Complex Difficulties

Support for people with focused concerns as well as more complex, longstanding or overlapping difficulties, with careful psychological formulation and treatment tailored to the individual.

Professional Services

Diagnosis

A comprehensive evaluation of your difficulties to identify the underlying mental health condition accurately

Private Mental Health Assessment

Comprehensive private mental health assessment providing a clear diagnosis and an evidence-based plan. Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Birmingham and online UK-wide. Rapid access, structured formulation, and coordinated recommendations for treatment or further investigation.

Therapy

Evidence-based therapy for all mental health conditions

CBT, Counselling & Psychotherapy in Birmingham

Therapy delivered by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, integrated CBT with ACT, schema-informed and Emotion-Focused Therapy methods. Effective for mental health, behavioural and interpersonal difficulties. Goal-focused, outcome-measured therapy in Birmingham or online across the UK.

Life & Executive Coaching

Get personalised guidance to help you achieve your desired goals and outcomes

Psychologist Led Life Coaching

Life, career and Executive coaching with psychological expertise. Clarify goals, build sustainable habits, and maintain accountability. Suited to high-pressure roles and career transitions. Available in Birmingham and online UK-wide.

Clinical Supervision

Clinical guidance, feedback, and support for mental health professionals in practice

Develop your professional practice, improve clinical outcomes, and regulatory compliance

HCPC/BPS-aligned clinical supervision for psychologists, therapists, psychiatrists and mental health nurses. Focus on case formulation, risk management, ethics, reflective practice, and service quality. Suitable for NHS and independent practitioners. Regular or ad-hoc sessions in Birmingham and online.

Expert Witness

Specialist, objective, professional opinions to support legal proceedings

Psychology Expert Witness Reports

Medico-legal psychological assessments and CPR Part 35-compliant expert reports for family, civil and personal-injury matters. Opinions on diagnosis, capacity, prognosis and risk. Clear, timely evidence from a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. Solicitors’ instructions welcome.

Management Consultancy

Corporate Strategy, Market Entry & Expansion, Service Development, Employee Wellbeing

Workplace Mental Health Consultancy

Mental health management consultancy in new market entry, marketplace expansion, operational efficiencies, bidding & solutioning, clinical governance, healthcare technology and AI. Evidence-based tailored management workshops with measurable outcomes. For healthcare, corporate and public-sector teams.

What clients say about Dr Nick

“Dr Nick’s gentle, kind and non-judgmental approach has equipped me with practical tools to manage them in a way I never thought possible. Above all, he has helped me carve out a path towards reclaiming a sense of control. A big thank you!”

Google Business ReviewPast Client

“I’ve been working with Dr Nick for a while now and honestly couldn’t recommend him more. He’s warm, down to earth, and clearly knows his stuff. I felt at ease really quickly, which isn’t always easy, and the support has made a real difference. “

Google Business ReviewPast Client

“I could not speak highly enough of Dr Nick – he is compassionate, patient and empathetic but also challenges me to think differently and try new approaches in a safe space. Getting in touch with him was the best thing I ever did!”

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Expert Private Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis and Therapy in Birmingham and Online with Dr Nick Zygouris

Choosing the right psychologist can feel difficult, especially when you want support that is professional, effective, and genuinely tailored to your needs. Dr Nick Zygouris is an HCPC-registered and BPS-Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist offering private psychological assessment, diagnosis, CBT, psychotherapy, counselling, and coaching for adults, couples, and families in Birmingham and online.

Based in Birmingham, Dr Nick provides confidential, evidence-based psychological care for a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and interpersonal difficulties. Appointments are available in person at his Birmingham clinic and online, making it easier to access specialist support in a way that fits around your life.

Whether you are seeking help with assessment, therapy, or expert psychological input, you will deal directly with Dr Nick. His availability is updated regularly on the contact page. No referral is required to book an appointment, and initial consultations are typically available within a week, subject to availability.

If you are looking for a Clinical Psychologist in Birmingham, private therapy in Birmingham, or online psychological therapy, get in touch for an informal, no-obligation discussion.

Mental Health & Therapy Tips for Real Life

Using AI for mental health support? It might be worth talking to your therapist about it 💬⬇️⁣ ⁣ More people are using AI between sessions - to journal, organise their thoughts, seek reassurance, practise conversations or try to make sense of how they feel.⁣ ⁣ And for some people, this can be helpful 💻⁣ ⁣ It may offer a space to reflect, slow down or prepare for therapy.⁣ ⁣ ❌ 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗔𝗜 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 ❌⁣ ⁣ It 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 replace human connection, clinical judgement, emotional safety or the experience of being properly known and understood by another person.⁣ ⁣ The important question is not simply whether AI is “good” or “bad” ⬇️⁣ ⁣ It is: ⁣ ⁣ ➡️ what role is it playing for you?⁣ ➡️ Is it helping you feel more reflective, grounded and able to connect?⁣ ➡️ Or is it becoming a way to seek reassurance, avoid difficult feelings or feel temporarily better without really working through what is happening?⁣ ⁣ This is exactly the kind of thing you can bring into therapy ✅⁣ ⁣ You do not need to feel embarrassed. You do not need the perfect words. You might simply say:⁣ ⁣ “I’ve been using AI between sessions.”⁣ “I think I use it for reassurance.”⁣ “I’m not sure if it’s helping or making things worse.”⁣ ⁣ That conversation could become really useful therapeutic work 🙏⁣ ⁣ 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆, 𝗔𝗜 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁. If you feel at immediate risk or unable to keep yourself safe, please seek urgent human help.⁣ ⁣ ➡️ AI 𝘮𝘢𝘺 support reflection.⁣ ❌ But it 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 replace therapy, belonging or meaningful human connection.⁣ ⁣ Read more in our latest blog via the link in bio 🔗⁣ ⁣ https://strongerminds.co.uk/ai-for-mental-health-support/⁣ ⁣ #MentalHealthSupport #Therapy #AIAndMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters⁣
Spotting the signs of dementia early matters 🙏 Not because it changes everything overnight - but because it can help you understand what’s happening, access the right support and put practical strategies in place sooner. ➡️ Early diagnosis can help people get appropriate treatment, support and planning advice. When someone notices changes in memory, attention, planning or day-to-day thinking, an assessment can help identify which areas of cognitive function are being affected. That understanding matters. It means support can be tailored to the person - not guessed ✅ ➡️ For some, that might mean using a diary or reminders.
➡️ For others, it might mean labelling items around the home.
➡️ It might mean setting prompts to turn off the stove.
➡️ It might mean adapting routines so daily life feels safer and more manageable. These small practical steps can make a meaningful difference, helping people compensate for difficulties and stay independent for as long as possible. Dementia can feel frightening, both for the person experiencing symptoms and for those around them. But noticing changes early and seeking the right assessment can open the door to clarity, support and a plan 🙏 If you or someone you love is becoming concerned about memory or cognitive changes, it’s important to seek professional advice. Strongerminds.co.uk #DementiaAwareness #MemoryChanges #CognitiveHealth #DementiaSupport #EarlySignsOfDementia
Why do some people love ASMR, while others absolutely cannot stand it? 🤔👀⬇️ For some people, ASMR triggers such as whispering, tapping or soft repetitive sounds create a strange but soothing combination of calm and gentle alertness. Research has shown that people who genuinely experience ASMR can even have a lower heart rate while watching ASMR content. For others, though, those exact same sounds can feel deeply irritating, uncomfortable or even activating - especially if they are particularly sensitive to certain noises. So the key point is this: ASMR is not universally relaxing. Different nervous systems respond differently to the very same stimulus 🙏 If ASMR works for you, it can be a useful tool when used intentionally - for example, keeping the volume low and choosing neutral, calming content 🔉 And if it does not work for you? Don’t force it. Your nervous system is simply telling you that this is not your route to regulation. And that’s okay! 👌 Do you like ASMR, or do you find it irritating? Let’s chat in the comments 👇💬 #StrongerMinds #ClinicalPsychologist #MentalHealthAwareness #ASMR #MentalHealthMatters
Green flags when choosing a therapist ✅ Finding the right therapist matters 🙏 Therapy is not just about qualifications or availability - it’s also about whether you feel safe enough to be honest, understood enough to keep going, and supported enough to explore difficult things at your own pace. Some green flags to look out for: ✅ You feel listened to, not rushed. ✅ They explain how they work, so therapy doesn’t feel like a mystery. ✅ Goals are discussed together, rather than decided for you. ✅ You feel able to give feedback if something doesn’t feel quite right. ✅ You feel gently challenged, not judged or shamed. ✅ They respect your pace and don’t push you to share more than you are ready to. ✅ Clear boundaries are in place around confidentiality, timings and communication. And perhaps one of the biggest green flags? 👀👇 You feel there is room for all of you - the confident parts, the anxious parts, the messy parts, the uncertain parts and the parts you are still trying to understand. Therapy works best when you do not feel you have to perform 🙏 ❌ You don’t need the perfect words.
❌ You don’t need to have everything figured out.
✅ You just need a space where you can begin. strongerminds.co.uk #ClinicalPsychologist #MentalHealthSupport #TherapyJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthMatters
Things your psychologist wants you to know ➡️ Starting therapy can feel daunting - especially if you’re not sure what to say, where to begin, or whether you’ll be able to explain things “properly”. So here are a few gentle reminders: 👉 You don’t have to know where to start. 👉 You won’t be judged. 👉 You can cry, laugh, pause, go quiet, change your mind, or feel unsure. 👉 You don’t need the perfect words to explain how you’re feeling. Therapy is not a performance ❌ It’s a collaborative space where we work together to understand what’s going on, what’s keeping you stuck, and what might help you move forward 🙏 Progress is rarely linear - and that’s okay. 👉 Some sessions may feel clear and productive. 👉 Others may feel messy, emotional or uncertain. That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong- it means you’re human. Showing up matters ✅ And sometimes, that is the most important first step 🙏 Save this post as a reminder #StrongerMinds #ClinicalPsychologist #MentalHealthAwareness #TherapyJourney #MentalHealthSupport
What should you do if therapy isn’t working for you? 👀🤔⬇️ One of the most useful things you can do is say so. I know that can feel awkward. Many people worry they’ll offend their therapist, seem ungrateful, or be seen as “difficult” 😩 But a good therapist will want to know when the work isn’t landing ✅👨🏻‍⚕️ You could say something like: 💬 “I’m finding it difficult to say this, but I’m not sure therapy is helping yet.” 💬 “I think I might need a bit more structure.” 💬 “I leave sessions feeling upset, but I’m not sure what to do with it.” 💬 “I’m not sure we’re focusing on the thing I came here for.” That conversation can be incredibly valuable 🙏 It may help your therapist adjust the approach, understand what you need more clearly, or create a more helpful structure for your sessions. And if it can’t be discussed safely or openly, that is useful information too. Therapy should be a space where feedback is welcomed, not avoided 🙏 If you’re looking for psychological therapy where honesty, collaboration and feedback are part of the process, get in touch with Stronger Minds or visit our website: strongerminds.co.uk #MentalHealthSupport #TherapyTips #TherapyWorks #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealthUK
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