About Simone
Simone Stephen is a counsellor who works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and depression. She invites clients to recognise their own strengths and takes a collaborative stance in sessions. Simone uses a practical, down-to-earth approach so people can make changes that fit their lives.
Simone has eight years of experience supporting people through life transitions and common day-to-day struggles. She helps with motivation, confidence and coping when things feel overwhelming.
Background and approach
Simone also works with issues related to grief, anger, intimacy and workplace stress, and she addresses concerns often raised in LGBT communities. Her style focuses on talking through what matters now and building small, workable steps forward. Clients can expect clear discussion, gentle challenge and practical ideas to try between sessions.
Simone aims to make the room a place to test new ways of handling old problems. She holds the NCPS credential, which is noted in her professional profile, and she practises in the United Kingdom. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients when arrangements allow.
Starting therapy involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session. Simone supports people as they name goals and decide the pace of change, and she helps tailor the work to each person's situation.
What Simone works with
Everything Simone lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Simone is listed here; the rest shows what else Simone works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Abandonment
- Control issues
- Emptiness
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy
Simone draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach she uses helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try small behavioural changes to shift mood and motivation; this is useful for anxiety, low mood and workplace stress. Another frequent method emphasises finding and using personal strengths to build confidence and cope with relationship or self-esteem issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Simone will discuss options with each person and agree on a plan based on their goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process where techniques are adjusted over time to suit what is most helpful.
If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when that suits a person's schedule. It can also be useful when quieter surroundings or lower bandwidth are needed, depending on the chosen format. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists adapt methods so the work stays practical and relevant even when done remotely.
Questions people ask about Simone
What kinds of problems does Simone help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem and depression, among other concerns such as grief, anger and workplace issues.
What is Simone's approach in sessions?
She works in a collaborative, practical way that highlights a person's strengths and focuses on small steps to improve day-to-day life.
How much experience does Simone have?
Simone has eight years of professional experience supporting people with a broad range of concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practise?
She holds the NCPS credential and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with Simone?
She accepts international clients, so people outside the UK can make arrangements to work together.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Simone?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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