Jo Nicholl

Overview

Jo Nicholl is a psychotherapist-led practice focused on psychedelic harm reduction and integration therapy (PHRI). The practice brings together more than 30 years of psychotherapeutic experience with postgraduate training in PHRI to support people who have had, or are considering, psychedelic or plant medicine experiences.

The clinician emphasises a client-centred, non-judgemental and empathetic approach that combines mindfulness-based therapies with relational and analytical frameworks. The practice does not provide psychoactive substances or referrals to illegal psychedelic services and concentrates on safe, intentional integration of experiences.

Best for

Jo Nicholl is best suited for individuals and couples who have had or are planning psychedelic or plant-medicine experiences and who want therapeutic support to process insights, emotions and behavioural changes that emerge from those experiences.

• People seeking integration after a psychedelic or plant medicine experience
• Couples looking to process shared or individual experiences

Approach

Jo Nicholl uses Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI), a client-centred approach that values autonomy and decision-making. PHRI at this practice combines insights from psychedelic experiences with established psychotherapeutic methods to help clients incorporate changes into daily life.

Treatment is tailored to the individual and can include reflective conversation, body-centred and embodied therapeutic techniques, and mindfulness-based practices. Sessions are oriented toward helping clients make meaning of their experiences and translate insights into sustainable personal growth.

Education and Training

Jo Nicholl holds a postgraduate diploma (Pg/Dip) in Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration Therapy (PHRI) and has over 30 years of experience working with individuals and couples. Training and long-standing clinical practice inform the therapeutic framework used by the practice.

Support

Clients receive a supportive and confidential therapeutic environment designed to promote safety and ethical boundaries. The practice emphasises preparation for psychedelic experiences where appropriate, and offers integration support to help process emotions and insights afterwards.

Care includes attention to inclusivity, respect for clients’ autonomy, and use of established psychological methods to reduce harm and maximise potential benefits from psychedelic-related experiences.

Practical details

Sessions are offered by appointment; fees and detailed contact information are provided on the practice’s Qualifications, Contact & Fees page. The primary language of service is English. The practice explicitly states that it does not provide psychoactive substances or referrals to illegal services.

• Format: appointment-based therapy (see contact page for scheduling)
• Languages: English
• Location: United Kingdom (no specific street address provided on the site)

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.