Here is a small selection of comments from client experiences of therapy with me. To those who have shared, thank you. You know who you are. If you would like to share your experiences, please do get in touch. I value and welcome your feedback.

“Simon was a great listener and put me at ease straight away. Simon gave me the space to share and offered me a space to reflect. I was able to talk about difficult topics and always felt really positive after our session.”

“I didn’t know what to expect before my first session. All I knew was that I needed some help. Simon was unexpectedly naturally calming and gentle in his manner and immediately put me at ease to enable me to  quickly begin opening up. I found the sessions went really quickly,  I found my mind darted off in all directions and I couldn’t stop talking. Simon patiently sat with me in the space, wherever my mind was, non- judgemental, supportive, and reflecting where helpful, remembering details from previous conversations to help with processing. Our weekly chats became an important anchor whilst navigating a very distressing personal situation. They helped me keep sufficiently focussed on my work when I really needed to and to handle the pressure, because I knew those chats were there as a huge support, validation of my perspective and feelings, and an outlet for my emotions, thoughts and grief. The weekly chats with Simon helped me navigate towards healing and finding some peace, and I can wholeheartedly recommend. Heartfelt thanks, Simon.”

"Simon and I started speaking when I was struggling with work, homelife, family and myself. Throughout our time together Simon was personable, attentive and supportive helping me get to the point where I was not only stable but thriving"

“I wanted to thank you for patient calm approach, allowing me to talk freely, listening without judgement and helping me to identify possible solutions to move myself forward. Along with the importance of self-care for my mental wellbeing.”

“what I found personally was that you created a safe and encouraging space that allowed me to unpick and reflect on what led me to becoming burnt out.  I  encountered many feelings some of which were really uncomfortable but through the support of counselling I was able to sit with these feelings without being overwhelmed and fearful. This allowed me to work through my issues and explore my responses and boundaries, specifically around work and recognising that "I'm enough. More importantly for me the person I am today, I like! I found a balance again and I'm enjoying my life and feeling optimistic about my future.”

“Over the past six weeks, I have found counselling to be an incredibly valuable and positive experience. From the outset, I found it easy to talk to Simon, my counsellor. He immediately put me at ease and created a safe, non-judgemental space where I felt able to open up about how I was feeling, whatever the subject or emotion. He encouraged me to explore my thoughts and comments more deeply, helping me to gain a better understanding of myself and how I respond to stress and pressure. Through our sessions, I have learned how I need to change my responses to stress, how to manage things more effectively going forward, and perhaps most importantly, that I don't have to be perfect or constantly strive for more; my efforts are good enough. I also came to understand that I don't need to give myself permission to make certain choices, that I have options, and that it is okay not to be okay sometimes. The counselling played an important part in helping me feel ready to return to work and approach things with a different perspective. Although I felt a real sadness at the thought of ending the sessions, I also recognised that I had reached a point where I had gained what I needed from the experience. I am genuinely grateful for the support, understanding and guidance I received, and for the positive difference it has made to me.”

“Working with you helped me see that by taking things slowly, pushing out of my comfort zone and by being more open to new adventures, will hopefully lead me to a more fulfilling, confident and positive future.”

“I work in mental health myself and I found Simon to be a safe place in which to share my own issues.

Simon is very professional and really listens to you.

He is kind and compassionate. 

Thank you, Simon, for your support at a difficult time”