Steve Turner
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About me
My ideal client is one of complexity; I plan on to enrol onto a Doctorate becoming a counselling psychologist. I am a qualified counsellor and my knowledge base started 15 years ago when I fell ill. I have had an eventful life, including heart problems, strokes and many other issues. Through therapies, self help and determination I am happy with my life and I would love to share my knowledge. I have specialised in complex bereavement over the past 6 years seeing clients face to face and supporting them through the hard times. There is a need for more LGBT counsellors that understand and help.
I offer a mix of therapies; my base therapy is person centred, simply meaning I am truly empathic, I can understand your world. As sessions progress, other therapies I have learnt through psychology degrees and self help can be used with your permission. Therapies range from simple empathic listening to Neuro-linguistic programming (reshaping memories PTSD)
I am here to help, drop me a line and ask me a question. My fees are intentionally low so they are affordable in these hard times, also I need 1000's of client hours to be able to complete the doctorate. My office is in the heart of Taunton within a very prestigious building, it is very easy to find and plenty of parking. I also provide quality Coffee/Tea
Training, qualifications & experience
I completed Level 2,3 in counselling studies and a level 4 diploma in therapeutic counselling governed by the CPCAB. In this time frame I studied a counselling foundation degree with the Open University. I have studied an obtained a Honours degree in Psychology and Counselling, I intend to enrol onto a doctorate and become a Dr of Psychology. I have quite an expansive knowledge and can help you through, please drop me a line.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am highly regarded in the field of PTSD treatment, with extensive experience working with individuals operating in some of the most high-pressure environments. As the registered therapist for Somerset Fire Service, I support firefighters, emergency responders, and armed personnel, helping them process and recover from the psychological impact of their roles. My work is rooted in a deep understanding of trauma—how it embeds itself in the mind and body, how it reshapes perception, and, most importantly, how it can be effectively treated.
I don’t just work with PTSD—I specialise in it. With a sharp clinical approach tailored to the unique needs of high-risk professionals, I provide a structured, results-driven path to recovery. Whether addressing acute trauma, cumulative stress, or the hidden weight of years spent in extreme situations, I offer a level of expertise and insight that brings real, lasting change.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£75.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
individual 1-2-1 Face to Face £75 per 1hr session
Couple Face to Face £75 per 1hr session
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My therapeutic room is at the Exchange House which is predominately a law firm, it is a luxurious building where security is taken seriously. My Working hours are between 8.30am / 6.30pm
Further information
Cold filtered water & freshly brewed coffee is always close to hand, also decaffeinated coffee and herbal teas are available and free, I am a stickler for quality coffee.
