Training

I am a university trained ACC and NCS Registered Counsellor.

My initial therapeutic training was in Person-Centred Counselling, taught at Network Counselling in Bristol.

I studied Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) at the University of South Wales on their post-graduate training course.

I completed my training as a Relationship Counsellor with Relate, a national organisation providing relationship therapy.

I draw on these different training approaches to provide the right form of therapy for each individual, rather than assuming that one counselling method will work for all.

I have completed training as a Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) with Evergreen Certifications, based in the USA.

My Diploma in Online Counselling has equipped me to provide therapy via Email and Instant Messaging (Web chat), for clients who would prefer this counselling approach as an alternative to my Face-to-Face, Phone or Webcam service.

I am a certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor and have completed coaching courses in Stress Management and Health and Wellbeing Coaching at the London based Centre for Coaching.

Qualifications

  • Post-Graduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy – University of South Wales
  • Certificate in Person-Centred Counselling (Pastoral Counselling Skills) – Network Counselling, Bristol – validated by the University of Gloucestershire
  • Relate Certificate in Relational Counselling – Relate Counselling

  • Certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) – Evergreen Certifications, USA.

  • Diploma in Online Counselling – Online Counselling Services & Training (ACTO Level 2 registered course)

  • Certificate in Stress Management and Health and Wellbeing Coaching – Centre for Coaching, London
  • First Aid for Mental Health Supervising Instructor (Level 1, 2 and 3) – Nuco Training Ltd
  • Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor – Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England
  • Trauma Risk Management (TRiM) Team Leader and Assessor – Royal Navy and RNLI
  • Level 3 Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults training
  • NQF Level 7 in Leadership and Management – Professional Recognition Award (MCGI) – City and Guilds Institute, London
  • BA (Hons) in Theological Studies – University of Bristol
  • Diploma of Higher Education in Nursing Studies – University of the West of England

Ethical and Safe Practice

My therapeutic work is guided by and aligned with my core values of Integrity and Compassion.

As a Registered Counsellor, listed on two registers that have been accredited by the Professional Standards Authority, I work within the Association of Christian Counsellors’ (ACC) ‘Code of Ethics and Practice’, the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society’s (NCPS) ‘Code of Ethics’ and the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies’ (BABCP) ‘Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics’.

I am firmly committed to providing a counselling practice which is anti-discriminatory. I welcome enquiries from clients of any age, relationship status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief or cultural background. I have been trained to deliver online therapy, enabling clients with limited mobility to have easier access to counselling.

I am fully insured and vetted to an Enhanced Level by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Testimonials

“Simon has a warm and non-judgmental approach to CBT and always demonstrates patience and compassion throughout the journey. I have been amazed by how far I have come with his support.”

CD

“Simon offers a caring and positive approach to counselling. His ability to listen, understand the heart of what I said and then carefully re-articulate my words was really appreciated. His forward-thinking manner offered hope and helpful practical steps forward.”

BT