Helping you understand the cycle between dizziness, anxiety, attention and the nervous system, so you can gradually feel more confident in everyday life.

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Hello, I'm Nicole Ponder, a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Counsellor based in Brandon, Suffolk.

I provide CBT and counselling for adults and young people experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, panic, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

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I also specialise in supporting people living with Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), persistent dizziness and other vestibular difficulties.

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Seeking support can feel daunting, especially when you've been struggling for some time or feel stuck in patterns that are difficult to break. My aim is to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can feel understood and supported while working towards meaningful change.

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I hold a Master of Science (MSc) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Counselling and have experience working across the NHS, charitable organisations and private practice.

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Specialist CBT for PPPD

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I specialise in supporting people living with Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD), persistent dizziness and other vestibular difficulties.

Living with ongoing dizziness, imbalance or feelings of motion can be exhausting and frightening. You may find yourself constantly checking your symptoms, avoiding certain situations, losing confidence or worrying about what your symptoms mean.

Using CBT alongside vestibular rehabilitation principles, I help clients understand the relationship between the nervous system, anxiety, attention and physical symptoms. We work together to break the cycle of fear and avoidance, build confidence and gradually get back to the things that matter to you.

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How I Can Help

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• PPPD and vestibular-related difficulties

 • Anxiety and excessive worry
• Panic attacks and panic disorder
• Health anxiety

• Trauma and post-traumatic stress
• Low self-esteem and self-criticism
• Relationship difficulties
• Grief and loss
• Life transitions and personal challenges
• Stress and burnout
• PPPD and vestibular-related difficulties

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My Approach

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My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), an evidence-based approach that helps us understand the links between our thoughts, emotions, behaviours, physical sensations and experiences.

I believe therapy works best when it is collaborative. Rather than simply being told what to do, we work together to understand what is happening for you, identify the patterns that may be keeping things going and find practical ways to make changes.

For clients experiencing PPPD and persistent dizziness, I also draw on my specialist knowledge of the relationship between the nervous system, attention, anxiety and physical symptoms. This can help us understand why symptoms can feel so persistent and how you can gradually build confidence in everyday activities again.

Alongside CBT, I also have training in counselling and can draw on different therapeutic approaches where appropriate, depending on your individual needs.

I offer in-person sessions in Brandon, Suffolk, as well as online appointments across the UK.

If you would like to arrange an initial consultation, I'm happy to talk through what you're experiencing, answer any questions you have and see whether I can help.