Stephen (Steve) Rudkin, BACP, NCPS
Stephen (Steve) Rudkin practises in a person-centred way that puts the client at the heart of sessions.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- +12 more
About Stephen
Stephen (Steve) Rudkin practises in a person-centred way that puts the client at the heart of sessions. He draws on Client-Centred, Mindfulness and Psychodynamic approaches to help people understand what is happening and find practical ways forward. Steve has worked in health, social care and independent practice for over 26 years and brings that experience into each meeting.
He has supported people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and addiction. He also helps with relationship strain, grief, parenting pressures and issues linked to attachment or abandonment.
Background and approach
Sessions aim to be straightforward and respectful, with space to talk and reflect. Steve uses listening, reflection and gentle exploration of past patterns to identify unhelpful cycles. Mindfulness techniques are offered when helpful to manage strong emotions or recurring worries.
The psychodynamic element looks at how past experience may shape current choices and relationships. Work can be short term to tackle a specific problem or longer term to address deeper issues. Steve describes an integrative approach, tailoring methods to each person rather than following a fixed formula.
He focuses on building awareness and practical steps that fit everyday life. Steve is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society, NCPS. He offers sessions by video, phone, live chat or text for people in the United Kingdom and internationally.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 158735 | March 2026 |
| NCPS | NCS23-04343 | September 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 Stephen works with
Everything Stephen lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Control issues
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- HIV / AIDS
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Stephen lists
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Online support
Mindfulness Therapy is offered as a practical tool to manage stress, anxiety and strong emotions. These techniques involve attention exercises and simple practices that can be used between sessions to reduce reactivity and improve focus.
Psychodynamic work looks at patterns from earlier life that repeat now. Online sessions can explore these patterns through gentle reflection to increase self-understanding and change long-standing reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the process and Steve works collaboratively to choose methods that match the client's goals and preferences. He reviews what helps and adapts over time so sessions remain relevant and effective for each person.
Online therapy provides flexibility for people with busy lives or mobility limits. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions use less bandwidth, and live chat or text-based messaging offers shorter check-ins and ongoing written support. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and travel commitments.
Frequently asked
What issues does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression and a range of relationship and addiction concerns. Additional areas include grief, parenting strain, self-esteem and anger.
What is his therapeutic style?
His style is person-centred with psychodynamic and mindfulness elements. He listens, reflects and uses techniques that suit each person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of experience across health, social care and independent practice settings. That background informs work with a wide range of issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a member of BACP and NCPS 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 does he provide?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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