Simon Nelson, BACP
Simon Nelson is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with adults facing low mood, anxiety and relationship strain.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- +3 more
About Simon
Simon Nelson is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who works with adults facing low mood, anxiety and relationship strain. He offers a calm, accepting space to talk about difficult feelings and to make sense of what’s going on. Sessions are intended to be straightforward and compassionate, with an emphasis on listening and practical next steps.
He draws on a person-centred way of working that focuses on the relationship between counsellor and client.
Background and approach
That means he prioritises empathy, respect and understanding, and helps people connect with their own strengths and values. Motivational interviewing techniques are used when people want to explore change and build motivation at their own pace. Sessions can include structured conversation and creative methods when these suit the person’s needs.
Simon aims to keep work collaborative so the client leads what matters most. He avoids a one-size-fits-all approach and adapts to what helps each person make progress. Simon has three years of clinical experience and holds BACP, which is shown among his professional credentials.
His experience includes helping people cope with grief, self-esteem concerns, addiction, isolation, and stress linked to caregiving and life disruption. He supports people dealing with a wide range of issues including attachment concerns, communication and control problems, guilt and shame, and end-of-life and hospice matters. Practical strategies and clearer thinking are a common focus alongside emotional processing.
Sessions are offered in English and are available via video, phone, live chat or text messaging. People start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions to fit their needs.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 413617 | August 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Simon works with
Everything Simon lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Attachment issues
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counselling
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Simon lists
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Online support
Motivational interviewing is a collaborative way of exploring change. It uses structured conversation to help people weigh options, resolve ambivalence, and strengthen motivation for steps they want to take. It can be helpful for concerns like addiction, lifestyle change and sticking to new goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The counsellor will discuss options with each person and choose methods that match their goals and preferences. This is a shared process so sessions are adapted over time based on what helps most.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit counselling around everyday life. Video is suitable for fuller conversations and visual connection, phone can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, and messaging is useful for brief check-ins or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options aim to make it easier to keep regular contact and to try different formats as needs change.
Frequently asked
What kinds of difficulties does Simon help with?
He works with adults on problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem and relationship issues, plus related concerns like addiction, loneliness and caregiver stress.
What is Simon's therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach that focuses on empathy and listening, combined with motivational interviewing to help people explore change and set achievable goals.
How much experience does Simon have?
Simon has three years of experience working with adults on a variety of emotional and practical issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats can I meet with him?
Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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