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Simon Caufield

Simon Caufield

BACP, NCPS

United Kingdom

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Compassionate counsellor for life and family concerns

Profile at a glance

Credentials
BACP, NCPS
Registration
BACP, United Kingdom / 397280; NCPS, United Kingdom / NCPS653
Experience
4 years
Languages
English
Location
United Kingdom

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp.

  • Client-centred approach
  • Trauma-informed care
  • BACP and NCPS

About Simon

Simon Caufield is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief and parenting challenges. He works with issues such as relationship strain, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, intimacy-related concerns and coping with life changes. Simon uses a warm, interactive style to help people talk through difficult moments and find practical ways to cope.

He trained with a BSc (Hons) degree in counselling and has four years of professional experience. He is a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, NCPS. These memberships are listed as part of his professional background.

Sessions are client-centred, with an emphasis on building trust and working at the client’s own pace. He blends approaches from Person-Centred work, psychodynamic thinking and trauma-focused methods to suit the needs of the person in front of him. In practice this means listening closely, reflecting what’s been said and offering strategies when they might help.

Simon has supported people through bereavement, life-limiting illness, cancer-related stress and caregiver strain, along with common concerns like anger, isolation and career uncertainty. He also works with body image, men’s issues and midlife turning points.

People who choose him often want a straightforward, compassionate approach rather than jargon. He invites prospective clients to outline their situation and aims so sessions can focus on what matters most to them.

Approaches that shape online sessions

Client-Centred work places the person’s experience at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens deeply, reflects what is said and follows the client’s priorities to build trust and clarity. It can help with anxiety, grief and general life stress where feeling heard matters.

Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on how past events affect present feelings and behaviour. It uses careful, paced work to reduce distress linked to traumatic memories and to develop new coping strategies for triggers and flashbacks.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs together and adapt techniques as therapy progresses. This is a collaborative conversation rather than a fixed prescription.

If you are considering online sessions, check the current formats before booking since the profile does not list specific options. Online working can make it easier to fit appointments around work, childcare and travel, and it can allow slightly shorter check-ins when time is limited. It also reduces the need to travel and can help people keep continuity of care when they move or are abroad. Registered or accredited professionals will normally discuss how sessions will run and what to expect at the first appointment.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Body imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Psychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Simon help with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and parenting worries, alongside trauma, relationship and intimacy-related issues.

How would he describe his therapeutic style?

Sessions are client-centred and interactive, focusing on building trust and allowing the client to set the pace and priorities.

What is his background and experience?

Simon holds a BSc (Hons) degree in counselling and has four years of professional experience working with a wide range of concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for him?

He is a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), practising in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international arrangements are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the provided profile.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

What steps do I take to begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you get in touch

  • Jot down what is happening at home and what you would most like to be different.
  • Think about when you could talk for an hour without being interrupted.
  • Therapists listed here work with individuals on family and parenting concerns, so the sessions are about you and how you handle things.
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