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Simon Knott, BACP

Simon Knott offers calm, straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and relationship strain.

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About Simon

Simon Knott offers calm, straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and relationship strain. He explains things plainly and helps clients work out practical next steps. Simon's approach suits those who want a collaborative, down-to-earth counsellor who listens and helps make sense of difficult moments.

Simon has 19 years of experience and is a BACP member, which means he follows professional standards set by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Background and approach

Before training in counselling he spent over 20 years working in human resources in US companies, helping staff navigate major life events. That background shaped his interest in everyday pressures and workplace-related stress. He trained at The Gestalt Centre in London and draws on Client-Centred ways of working to focus on the whole person - thoughts, feelings and physical experience.

He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques when they help to change unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused methods appear in sessions that aim for clear, short-term goals. In a session Simon helps people spot patterns, try small changes and build coping strategies.

He keeps language simple and practical and adapts the pace to each person. He offers telephone and video sessions and works with people across a wide range of concerns including grief, addictions, self-esteem and parenting stress. People who prefer a warm, flexible style may find his way of working comfortable.

He aims to help clients feel less stuck and more able to make manageable changes in daily life.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	16208	April 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Simon lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Codependency
Commitment issues
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Ways of working Simon names

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Practical therapy approaches for online sessions

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding. The counsellor offers a non-judgemental presence and helps the person find their own solutions, which suits people who need space to talk and be heard.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions are linked. It uses clear steps and simple techniques to change unhelpful thinking and reduce stress or anxiety symptoms.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical goals and what a person wants to achieve next. It is useful when someone wants short-term progress and clear, doable actions.

Deciding which approach to use is a joint process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and how each method might help. Together they will try an approach and adjust it if needed to suit personal needs and pace.

Online sessions can be arranged as video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and non-verbal cues. Phone calls work well when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging suit brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments while keeping continuity of care with registered or accredited professionals.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Simon commonly help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression and addictions, along with relationship and intimacy-related issues.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He works in a warm, practical and collaborative way, using Client-Centred listening alongside CBT and Solution-Focused techniques to set achievable goals.

How long has he practised counsellling?

He has 19 years of experience and over 20 years prior experience in human resources dealing with life-event issues.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.