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Steven Ford, NCPS

Steven Ford is a counsellor with 14 years of clinical experience.

About Steven

Steven Ford is a counsellor with 14 years of clinical experience. He uses a trauma-aware, person-focused approach to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction and anger. Steven works to create a steady, straightforward space where clients can talk through painful experiences and build new coping strategies.

He is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). Steven draws on several ways of working to meet different needs, including trauma-focused methods, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and client-centred listening.

Background and approach

He adapts sessions depending on what each person finds most useful. Across his career Steven has supported people dealing with post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, process addictions such as gambling or problematic exercise, and problems with guilt, shame or self-esteem. He also helps with practical relationship concerns such as attachment, codependency and communication issues.

His work often addresses fatherhood, men’s issues and midlife questions. Steven has held roles leading teams and overseeing therapeutic services, and he draws on that background when organising treatment plans and group work. Sessions are straightforward and goal‑oriented when needed, or more open and reflective depending on what helps the person.

People can expect clear, honest conversation and tools they can use outside sessions. Steven aims to meet people where they are, helping them recognise patterns and choose different responses over time.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
NCPS	NCS21-01160	June 2027

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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

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Ways of working Steven names

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Approaches that translate to online therapy

Steven uses trauma-focused work to help people process past harm and reduce the way those memories affect daily life; this approach pays attention to fast reactions and aims to develop steadier responses. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people notice difficult thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. Client-centred therapy is another core element and focuses on warm, non-judgemental listening so people can explore their own solutions.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will discuss options and decide together which methods suit a person’s goals and preferences. This means sessions can be more skills-based, reflective or motivational depending on what the person needs.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for this style of work. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and non-verbal cues, phone sessions can suit those with lower bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging let people check in between sessions or use shorter, frequent contacts. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, caring duties or travel and keep continuity even when life is busy.

Frequently asked

What concerns does he commonly help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger and self-esteem issues, plus related concerns like guilt, shame and isolation.

What is his therapeutic style?

He blends trauma-focused methods with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centred listening and motivational interviewing to suit the person’s needs.

How long has he practised clinically?

He has 14 years of clinical experience working in a range of therapeutic settings and leading counselling teams.

What credentials and location apply?

He is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients connect with him?

Yes, he accepts international clients and can work with people outside the UK.

What session formats does he use?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to meet.

How are costs and starting steps handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, select Start Therapy, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a time.