Steven Eveleigh, BACP

Steven Eveleigh is a BACP registered counsellor (BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), whose professional path began in the fast-paced world of investment banking in London. He later took a similar post in Bournemouth, Dorset, but after reaching a point of unhappiness he changed direction and trained in counselling. That change felt immediately right and more natural than his previous roles, and he has since found working with people to be a deeply rewarding part of his life.

Since qualifying as a BACP registered counsellor, he has focused on broadening his understanding of both himself and others so he can offer effective support for a wide range of concerns. His areas of expertise include workplace problems, stress and anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement, low self-esteem, and issues related to LGBT identity, among other matters. He brings a calm, down-to-earth presence and aims to create a space where people can speak openly about sensitive topics.

As a person-centred practitioner, he lets the session be guided by the client, working collaboratively to explore feelings, beliefs, and experiences. He believes in each person’s capacity for growth and seeks to offer unconditional positive regard while helping clients clarify their own perspective. When appropriate, he can incorporate other approaches such as transactional analysis or Gestalt therapy to tailor the work to an individual’s needs, and he and the client will agree on a way of working that best addresses the specific situation.