About Stephen
Stephen Padfield is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bereavement and changes in their lives. He also works with issues around self-esteem, addiction, intimacy, anger and ADHD. Stephen uses a non-judgemental, supportive style so people can talk honestly about painful or confusing experiences.
He describes himself as a pluralistic practitioner, which means he draws on different approaches depending on the person and the problem. He recently completed a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy and holds NCPS as a credential.
Background and approach
Stephen has five years of practice experience in a range of settings. Stephen often uses Client-Centred methods to keep the conversation focused on the person's concerns and priorities. He also brings in mindfulness exercises for calming and grounding when needed.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ideas help tackle unhelpful thinking and establish practical steps forward. His background includes work with grief, spirituality, sexuality and gender questions, plus trauma and anxiety. He has experience supporting people with relationship strain, substance issues and complex emotional needs such as dissociation or compulsive behaviours.
Sessions aim to be collaborative and clear. Stephen listens first, then suggests techniques and experiments to try between meetings. People who want a reflective, flexible approach may find this style helpful.
What Stephen works with
Everything Stephen lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Stephen is listed here; the rest shows what else Stephen works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Body image
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Dependent personality
- Dissociation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Stephen lists
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and understood; online sessions allow the same person-led conversations and time to set the agenda. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviours and uses practical exercises; this works well online through agreed homework and structured check-ins. Mindfulness Therapy offers simple grounding and breathing practices to reduce overwhelm, which can be guided and practised during remote sessions.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with the person to choose techniques that match their goals and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as needs shift over time.
The original information does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins, or enabling sessions during a lunch break. Many people find remote therapy helps maintain continuity when schedules change or when an ongoing practical routine is needed.
Questions people ask about Stephen
What concerns does Stephen support?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and self-esteem issues, and covers a wide range of other areas such as addiction, trauma, intimacy-related concerns and LGBT matters.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is non-judgemental and collaborative. He adapts methods to suit each person and emphasises a supportive therapeutic relationship.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of experience and recently completed a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy, working across issues such as bereavement, spirituality, sexuality and trauma.
Which credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the credential NCPS and works in the United Kingdom.
What languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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