- ACT informed
- DBT strategies
- Motivational work
About Steven
Steven Ford is a counsellor registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and has 14 years of clinical experience in the United Kingdom. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger and self-esteem concerns. Steven also focuses on issues such as attachment and abandonment, codependency, fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, and loneliness.
He combines several therapeutic approaches to match what each person needs. Sessions draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and client-centred methods alongside psychodynamic thinking and motivational interviewing. That mix is used to help people manage distressing emotions and habits, and to clarify values and goals.
In practice Steven offers direct, conversational sessions. He listens to the person's story, identifies patterns causing difficulty, and works on concrete steps to reduce unhelpful behaviours or thoughts. He also uses strategies to build emotional regulation and to handle urges or compulsive behaviours linked to process addictions.
He has worked in both individual and group settings and currently holds a coordinator role at a recovery service. That background means he is familiar with addiction services and with supporting people through trauma-related problems and ongoing stress.
Steven accepts international clients and runs sessions in English. If someone is thinking about starting, they complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the online booking flow.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Steven often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them and to take small, meaningful steps towards those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress and finding direction in early adulthood.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques for emotional regulation and distress tolerance. DBT skills are practical ways to reduce impulsive reactions and manage strong emotions, which can help with anger, self-harm urges and addictive behaviours.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what has or hasn’t helped before, then collaborate to try methods that fit. That decision is made together and can be adjusted over time as needs change.
The original profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work or travel commitments and reduce time spent in transit. Different formats allow for shorter check-ins, easier scheduling across time zones, and ways to keep sessions focused on practical skills and reflection without needing to be in the same room.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger and self-esteem difficulties. He also addresses related issues such as attachment, codependency, fatherhood problems, guilt and loneliness.
What style of therapy does he use?
Sessions draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and client-centred work, with elements of psychodynamic thinking and motivational interviewing. The style is conversational and action-focused.
How long has he been practising?
He has 14 years of clinical experience working in a range of therapeutic settings, including individual and group work.
Is he registered and where is he based?
He is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I book sessions in English if I'm outside the UK?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients. Check session times and scheduling for your time zone when booking.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current online session options before booking so you know whether video, phone or other formats are available.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the subscription details for exact pricing where you are based.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session through the provided booking flow.
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