Nic Nistor Clinical Psychologist/Psiholog clinician in UK

07/11/2025

For a long time, I used to think trauma had to be something dramatic. A crisis, a disaster, a headline-worthy event.

But in my work, I’ve learned something important:

Trauma isn’t defined by how big the situation was.
It’s defined by how alone you felt during it.

Some trauma is loud. Sudden, overwhelming, impossible to ignore.

But some trauma is quiet.

It looks like:

➡️ being the kid who kept everything together,
➡️ the teenager who never felt safe to speak up,
➡️ or the adult who still feels responsible for everyone else’s needs.

Sometimes, trauma isn’t about what happened.
It’s about what didn’t happen.

The support that wasn’t there.
The comfort that never came.
The safety you didn’t get to experience.

Your nervous system remembers moments your mind has written off as “not a big deal.”

If you’ve ever thought:
“I shouldn’t feel this way, nothing bad happened,”

I want you to hear this:

You’re not weak.
You adapted.

Your body did what it had to do to protect you.

And you don’t have to keep carrying it alone.

If you’re ready to stop just surviving and start living without that weight on your shoulders, reach out to me now.

Healing doesn’t mean going back to who you were before the trauma.
It means becoming who you were always meant to be.

02/11/2025

31/10/2025

OCD is not “just being tidy.”

There are subtypes that have nothing to do with cleaning, organising or germs, and many of them are invisible.

Here’s what’s important to know:

➡ OCD is driven by fear and uncertainty, not preference.
➡ Compulsions aren’t always visible. Sometimes they happen in the mind.
➡ You are not your thoughts.

If you’re ready to explore support, reach out to me via DM now, or:

📩 info@nnpsychology.co.uk
📞 07341 193858

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

29/10/2025

OCD rarely exists on its own.

For many people, OCD overlaps with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, eating difficulties, or neurodivergence (ADHD/autism). That’s why symptoms often get missed or misunderstood.

The overlap with other conditions isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s a sign of overwhelm.

💬 If this resonates with you or someone you love, you’re not alone.
OCD is treatable. Recovery is possible. DM to learn how I can help.

18/10/2025

18/10/2025

Life isn’t just about the good or the bad; it’s about embracing it all. Self-compassion allows us to hold space for our pain, while also celebrating our joy. It’s a practice of kindness toward ourselves, no matter what we’re feeling. 💚

10/10/2025

So often, the world talks about “recovery” in visible terms... Careers regained, relationships repaired, routines restored.

But the truth is, real rebuilding begins in the mind. In the quiet moments of self-compassion, rest, and reflection.

This World Mental Health Day's reminder: our mental well-being is the infrastructure.

It’s what allows us to show up, not perfectly, but presently, for the people we serve.

Let’s keep tending to the internal work of rebuilding, in ourselves and our communities.

Because when we heal, the ripple reaches far beyond us 🌍

09/10/2025

When suicidal thoughts feel overwhelming, it’s hard to know what to do. Even the smallest action can help you stay safe until the feelings pass.

📌 Save this as a gentle reminder or to share with someone you care about.
📖 Read more in our latest blog on su***de prevention, link in bio.

💡 You are not alone. These thoughts are a sign of deep pain, not weakness. Support is available.
📞 UK: Samaritans 116 123 | US: 988 | Elsewhere: Check your local crisis line.
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03/10/2025

When someone is struggling, our words matter.

Well-intentioned phrases can sometimes make people feel dismissed or misunderstood, but compassionate listening and validating their pain can create a safe space for hope and connection.

You don’t need the perfect script… Just your presence.

📌 Save this for when you’re not sure what to say.
📖 For more guidance, read my latest blog on su***de prevention. Link in bio.

📞 If someone is at risk of su***de:
UK: Samaritans 116 123 | US: 988 | Elsewhere: Check your local crisis line.
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02/10/2025

Suicidal thoughts don’t always look obvious, but there are often small signals that something isn’t right 💭

Signs may include changes in mood, words, or behaviour. It can feel scary to notice, but reaching out with care and asking directly could make all the difference.

You don’t need the perfect words. What matters most is letting them know they’re not alone.

📌 Save this post as a reminder.
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10/09/2025

Su***de is often surrounded by silence and stigma, and that silence can be dangerous.

The truth is:

✨ Talking about su***de doesn’t put ideas in someone’s head. It opens the door to connection.
✨ People can and do find hope again with the right support.

If you’re worried about someone, reaching out with compassion could make all the difference.

💡 Want to learn more? Read my latest blog here: https://nnpsychology.co.uk/su***de-awareness-and-prevention-what-everyone-needs-to-know/

📌 Save this post as a gentle reminder.
📞 If you’re in the UK and need support, call Samaritans 116 123. If elsewhere, please check your local crisis line.
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