- Person centred approach
- Motivational Interviewing
- Guilt and shame focus
About Simon
Simon Nelson is a BACP registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem and depression. Simon also lists a range of additional focus areas including attachment issues, codependency, caregiver stress, guilt and shame, and aspects of alternative sex culture such as BDSM and kink.
His practice uses a person-centred, relational way of working. That means conversations are led by the client and aim to make sense of what is happening in everyday life. He combines this with structured dialogue techniques to help people clarify their values and concerns.
Sessions are described as collaborative and paced to the individual. Simon often helps people notice strengths and practical options rather than offering a fixed set of steps. He draws on humanistic ideas and keeps sessions straightforward and conversational.
He also uses Motivational Interviewing techniques when people are wrestling with change, uncertainty, or patterns like substance use and impulsivity. These approaches are used to explore ambivalence and to support decisions about next steps.
Simon encourages people coping with isolation, communication problems, forgiveness issues, or end-of-life concerns to bring whatever feels most pressing. To begin, the service asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session through the online pathway.
How his approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps with feelings like guilt, shame, loneliness or low mood by encouraging people to talk at their own pace and to notice their own values and resources.Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way of talking about change. It supports people who feel stuck or ambivalent about habits, substance use, or making different choices. The method explores reasons for and against change to help people make clearer decisions.
Finding the right way of working is part of the process. Simon will work with clients to identify which approach or combination fits their needs, goals and preferences. He frames this as a collaborative task rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Generally, online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caring duties or travel, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the need to be in a particular building. Registered or accredited professionals can adapt conversation style and pacing to suit quieter surroundings, reduced bandwidth, or sessions where being on camera is not preferred.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem and depression. He also lists additional areas such as attachment issues, codependency, caregiver stress, and guilt and shame.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred, relational approach that follows what the client brings. He also uses structured dialogue techniques and Motivational Interviewing when helpful.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of experience working with adults on a range of concerns including mood, relationships and grief.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from outside the UK?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To start, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the online options button.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.