Simon Favilli, BACP

Simon Favilli uses practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people facing stress and anxiety. He has 14 years of experience working with addiction, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Simon writes simply and listens closely to each person's story.

He treats people with respect, sensitivity and compassion. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, manageable steps. Simon works with clients to build skills that make daily life easier and more stable.

His background includes long-term work in the United Kingdom supporting people through grief and loss and through difficulties tied to substance use. That experience shapes a steady, calm approach in sessions. He pays attention to attachment concerns, abandonment issues and patterns such as codependency.

Practical problems such as communication breakdowns, control struggles and impulsivity are also addressed. Simon helps people who deal with obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviours find ways to reduce their impact. He also supports those working through guilt, shame and questions of forgiveness.

Sessions are tailored to the individual. Simon will adapt conversations and plans to fit each person's needs and circumstances. He aims to make the work clear and doable, so progress can be noticed between sessions.

How evidence-based approaches work online

Two evidence-based techniques often used are cognitive behavioural approaches and trauma-focused work. Cognitive behavioural approaches look at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and help people test and change unhelpful patterns; this can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-focused work helps people process painful memories and build safety and coping skills so past events have less hold over daily life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss options and agree a plan that fits your goals and preferences. Approach and pace are reviewed together so the work remains relevant and manageable.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from wherever you are. Phone sessions can be a good choice when video is difficult or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging make it easier to fit short check-ins or to work in writing if that feels more comfortable. These options make therapy more flexible and easier to fit around work, caring duties and daily life.