About me
Looking for Therapy?
Are you currently experiencing prolonged anxiety or low mood?
Are you having thoughts such as "I'm not good enough", "why is it always me?", "what's wrong with me?", "I can't do anything right", "i feel unlovable" or something similar?
Maybe you're feeling really unsure of what's going on, but something just doesn't feel right. Or maybe you just feel different and seperate from everybody else.
Whatever you may be currently experiencing, we can work together to support you in whatever way you feel is needed.
What Working With me is Like
My first goal is always the same, connecting with you. I believe in relationship being of vital importance in bringing out the best in us, creating healthier mindsets, finding our people, creating natural confidence, and allowing you to find your real potential. Of course, we can also find more practical approaches to aid in your journey too. I may offer you achievable challenges, work with you to create new ways to fight those unhelpful thoughts and feelings, or simply just listen to whats on your mind. Theres no right way to do therapy, just finding a way that works for you as an individual and ensuring you always feel comfortable and supported as we explore.
One thing I am always looking out for, is your personal interests. Whatever it may be; nature, video games, movies, sport, books, cooking etc. Using your interests helps us find unique ways to adapt the therapy to you and your needs and makes it easier to understand, so you can apply it to your day to day life without worrying about confusing psychobabble.
Examples of this may be:
Movies - It's like your playing the same movie again and again. It may bring a sense of comfort and familiarity, but its also not allowing you to experience new movies, and potentially a new favourite.
Nature - Why would we choose to keep tirelessly walking through a muddy bog instead of trying a light walk through the local park?
Feeling Ready for Change?
If working with me sounds like the right fit for you, get in touch. We can discuss your needs on how to begin your journey together.
I work both in-person and online with flexible availability.
I warmly welcome everyone to work with me regardless of ethnicity, culture, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender.
I unfortunately cannot offer in person sessions to those who need wheelchair access at this moment in time.
Fees
Single 50 minute session: £50
Students: £30
Concession rates and payment plans are available.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training
- SEG Awards - Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Diploma of Higher Education - Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
- Certificate of Higher Education - Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Trangender Awareness
- Hate Crime Awareness
- I am currently completing a foundation level qualification in transactional analysis
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£30.00 - £50.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Please be aware that payment for sessions will need to be made 48 hours before your booked time slot. This is to both confirm and hold your time slot.
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Further information
Testimonials
"Steve is everything I wanted in an open, knowledgeable and reflective counsellor. All conversations were met with a deep listening and understanding that i've found rare in other counsellors over the years. I often find it hard to articulate my words, but steve offered a space of patience in allowing me time to open up, and sensitivity when raising thoughts. I also found him very intuitive on areas where deeper exploration would help heal me the most and I appreciated his careful approach to these areas. I couldn't recommend him more." - CM
" I have seen other counsellors in the past and not really gotten anything from it, but after being recommended to steve I got so much out of the sessions and my life started to change. I highly recommend him!" - SC
"Can't speak highly enough of steve. Really knows his stuff and he explains things clearly and makes it easy to understand. He's been great for me." - JE
