Heard Today Counselling in Leeds and Online
Hi, and welcome to heard today counselling! I'm Steve- a qualified counsellor, offering counselling in Leeds City Centre. I also can see clients face to face in LS11, and online/over the phone.
I offer weekly 50 minute person-centred counselling for adults.
I work on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the daytime. I also have a few evening slots.
I work face to face in Leeds City Centre, face to face from LS11, online over zoom, and also offer walk and talk therapy.
So if you're looking for counselling in Leeds, or from the comfort and familiarity of your own home - you're in the right place!
Prices are:
- A free 20 minute phone call/ video call then...
- £50 per session for Face to Face sessions in Leeds City Centre (Park Place), or in LS11 (Beeston)
- £40 per session for online sessions, or over the phone
- £35 per Walk and Talk sessions(not currently available.)
Perhaps you’re struggling with a diagnosis or symptoms of depression. Has your anxiety been through the roof since COVID? Or you may have some other issue with your mental health.
You may feel out of sorts or that you can’t be yourself . You may feel numb, or are experiencing very intense feelings such as guilt, grief from a loss, or shame. You may feel alone, overwhelmed, or unheard.
There may be many other reasons why you might be contemplating counselling.
You may feel that you need some help, and don't know where to turn?
Whatever brings you here, finding this website is a step on your personal journey, and I hope it’s a positive step towards being heard and understood, and feeling some improvement in your life.
If you would prefer to see this information in a one page format, presented in a slightly different way- why not click this link to go to my counselling directory page
What I offer
You may find that counselling can help.
I aim to offer a safe, supportive, and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings. You should not feel any judgement from me. You should also feel truly heard and understood.
Clients and colleagues have often noted that I offer a reassuring peaceful energy and a certain calmness, that can help them to feel grounded and calmer too.
Often, we can feel that we are not listened to, and that people don't understand where we're coming from, perhaps it's finally your time to be heard?
I won't offer any advice. One of the reasons for this, is I understand that (1) we're unique, and (2) I believe you're the expert in your own life. I really believe it's your path, and your way.
Counselling is not a magic cure, but it can, and often does help many clients in profound ways.
I have seen time and time again that counselling can really help, by giving you the optimum conditions to grow, develop, and even flourish.
About me
I hold a valid enhanced DBS, indemnity insurance, and am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am bound by their ethical framework. I am also registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
I'm committed to constantly improving and invest heavily in continuing professional development. I want to be the best counsellor I can be, for the benefit of my clients. I also have a genuine desire to continue to develop as a counsellor. If you would like a full list of my qualifications and of CPD attended- please feel free to email me.
I'm pleased to be a member of Hub of hope- the UK's leading mental health support database. and am also patnerted with Leeds Bereavement Forum-who signpost individuals to appropriate services, provide training for professionals, and campaign to help people talk more openly about bereavement.
Before training as a counsellor I worked for many years in retail, and customer service.
As a Christian counsellor, my faith forms a large part of my identity. I have worked with people for whom a faith is very important, and with other clients who don’t ascribe to any faith at all. Regardless of what you bring, you will be accepted, respected, valued, and feel heard.
Outside of the therapy room, I place a big importance on enjoying family life, on connections with others, and with nature.
Many years ago I undertook some training as a mental health nurse. Later as I completed my studies as a counsellor I volunteered as a telephone befriender during covid. I completed my counselling placements in a general service for adults, and with a bereavement charity.
Locations (Where we will work together)
I am able to work in one or more of the following ways, depending on your preferences and requirements.
Feel free to email me to discuss this further.
- Face to Face
I offer face to face sessions in peaceful , light, airy rooms private rooms in a grade 2 listed building in Leeds City Centre. The room is up two flights of stairs. If that would be a problem, I also rent a building with disabled access in LS11. - Online
I offer video sessions via Zoom. Providing you have good internet speeds, and access to a laptop, or tablet- this might be a good option for you. The nice thing about online sessions is that you don't have to travel, and we can conduct our sessions virtually in the comfort of your own home. - Walk and Talk
I also offer walk and talk therapy. If you enjoy being outside, or hate being stuck indoors, this can be a good option. We can conduct our counselling session outdoors whilst we walk around a local park. This option is weather dependent of course!
What happens next?
If you’ve got to this point, you may be thinking about contacting me to discuss counselling.
Of course you have a choice. You may want to have counselling, but are unsure if we’re a good fit- or you can get on with me. I’m glad you’re thinking about that- because your relationship with the counsellor you choose is very important.
To help you decide whether you would like to work together, I offer a free 15 minute phone call.
This informal chat is a good time for us both to get to know each other. From this call, I hope you will understand if you would like for me to be your counsellor. You can also ask me any questions you have at this stage.
Moving on from our initial phone call, if we are both happy to continue, we will make steps towards organising our first session.
It may be that I’m happy to work with you, but you may not want to. That’s absolutely fine.
If you decide you want to work together, (and we can do that safely), we will arrange our first counselling session!
Get in touch
If you have any further questions, would like to arrange counselling, or book a free initial phone conversation, why not email me to discuss further options.
It may be that you still have some questions about counselling.You may find it useful to click here to see Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Alternatively why not go to the articles section to see a range of articles am writing around mental health.
Thanks very much for taking the time to visit my website. I hope you found the website helpful, and easy to navigate. I welcome feedback, and will always try to improve things where possible.
I hope to hear from you soon.
All the best on your journey,
Steve