Faces Behind HCC

Affordable Counselling and Psychodynamic Training: Nick Cobill on HCC’s Mission

By April 23, 2026 No Comments

What does it mean to make psychodynamic counselling genuinely accessible, regardless of what someone can afford to pay?

In this Faces Behind HCC conversation, Nick Cobill, Barrister and Chair of the Board of Trustees at Highgate Counselling Centre, reflects on affordable long-term counselling, what sets psychodynamic therapy apart, and how HCC’s charitable model supports both clients and counsellors in training.

Learn more about:
  • Psychodynamic counselling in London and online
  • Affordable and low-cost counselling options
  • Counselling and psychodynamic training in the UK
  • Our charitable mission and community work

In this video:
0:00 Introduction
1:08 HCC community
1:40 Where is HCC and why it matters
2:20 Affordability, new clients and training at HCC
3:52 The role of a charitable counselling service today
4:50 First impressions of the clinical work
6:56 Counselling and training, working together
9:10 Fundraising impact and importance
9:50 Looking ahead

Watch video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KqJnRUTK1oA

To get to know Nick further, read our personal interview with him here.