Nicholas Askew

I'm a queer trans man, I use he/they pronouns.

I take an intersectional approach to counselling, recognising the cultural experiences and social injustices that shape people’s lives. My practice is grounded in anti-racism, affirmation of neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ identities, challenging ableism, and advocating for gender and socioeconomic equality. I aim to provide a non-judgemental space where clients can explore sensitive topics such as gender-affirming healthcare, transition and detransition, reproductive healthcare, kink, sex work, and non monogamous relationships.

I acknowledge the harms many marginalised people have faced when seeking support. I am critical of pathologising frameworks that ignore systemic power imbalances or offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I focus on understanding each person’s lived experience, how they have navigated unjust systems, and the impact this has on their wellbeing and sense of self.

I stay informed about sociopolitical and ecological developments and I recognise the distress, anger and hopelessness many feel in response to the times we live in. I offer a space which acknowledges the impacts of climate breakdown, violent systems and disenfranchisement, while supporting clients to find meaning, resilience, and hope.