Steven Ford, NCPS

Steven Ford uses practical, person-centred methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction and the impact of past trauma. He is listed with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and brings 14 years of clinical experience to his work. Steven aims to make therapy straightforward and focused on what each person needs right now.

He often combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with client-centred listening and techniques from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). That mix helps people notice painful thoughts, build coping skills and reconnect with what matters to them. Sessions are grounded in clear, respectful conversation rather than clinical jargon.

Steven has a long history of supporting people affected by addiction and process behaviours such as gambling and problematic sexual behaviour. He also helps people cope with anger, low self-esteem, shame, and the lasting effects of sexual assault and abuse. Practical steps and honest reflection are central to his approach.

Alongside direct work he has led teams and overseen therapeutic programmes in recovery services, guiding other counsellors and shaping interventions. That background gives him experience of both one-to-one and group work in varied settings. It also informs how he organises therapy to fit a client’s life.

He works in English and accepts international clients. Sessions can be online by video, phone, chat or messaging. To start, a short matching questionnaire is completed and sessions are scheduled according to therapist availability.

How therapy approaches work online with practical support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take steps that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, stress and finding direction in life.

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening without judgement and following the person’s lead. That style creates space to talk about shame, self-worth and relationship concerns while feeling heard.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) builds clear skills for managing strong emotions, reducing impulsive behaviour and improving communication. It is often used for anger, self-control struggles and intense emotional reactions.

Choosing the right approach is part of starting therapy. The therapist will work together with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That may mean combining approaches or trying different techniques over time.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into daily life. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when a visual connection helps. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be a simpler check-in. Live chat or text-based messaging suits shorter updates or people who prefer writing. These options give flexibility so people can choose what works best for them.