- Warm and interactive
- Trauma aware
- Bereavement support
About Simon
Simon Caufield is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem. He also supports those facing life changes, relationship strain, trauma and bereavement. Simon works in a warm and welcoming way to help people feel heard and understood.
He trained to a BSc (hons) degree in counselling and has four years of professional experience. He is an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Simon describes his sessions as client centred, which means the pace and focus come from the person in the room. He uses a mix of approaches including psychodynamic ideas and trauma-focused methods to respond to each person’s needs. Sessions tend to be interactive and aimed at building trust over time.
Practical matters such as coping with cancer, caregiver stress, parenting pressures and problems with body image are within his stated focus areas. He also works with issues like anger, isolation and questions about life purpose.
People can expect straightforward conversations about what matters to them and choices about how to work on those concerns. The aim is to help someone find clearer ways to manage difficult feelings and move forward.
How these approaches fit into online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy places the person’s experience at the centre of sessions. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead to build trust and clarity, which can help with grief, anxiety and low self-worth.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical exercises. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and managing stress with concrete steps and short tasks.
Psychodynamic ideas look at patterns that repeat over time and how past experiences affect present feelings. This approach can be useful when someone wants to understand deeper emotional patterns or recurring relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful, and then agree a way of working together. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs evolve.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the precise session formats offered before booking. Many people choose online work because it can fit around daily routines, reduce travel time and make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins or regular sessions. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for you and how to structure appointments to suit your life.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Simon focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and self-esteem issues, among other concerns such as trauma, relationship strain and caregiver stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Sessions are client centred and personable, with an emphasis on building trust and following the client’s pace and priorities in therapy.
What background and experience does he have?
He holds a BSc (hons) degree in counselling, specialises in trauma and bereavement and has four years of professional practice.
Which credentials and country are listed?
He is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) in the United Kingdom.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients internationally?
He accepts international clients as indicated in his profile.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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