Counsellor profile
Stephen (Steve) Rudkin, BACP, NCPS
Counsellor - Stress and Addictions
See online counselling options- Client-centred
- Mindfulness
- Psychodynamic
About Stephen
Counsellor Stephen (Steve) Rudkin is BACP and NCPS registered and has 26 years of practice in the United Kingdom. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, LGBT concerns, grief, parenting and other life changes. Sessions can be short or long term, according to individual needs.
Steve uses a person-centred outlook alongside psychodynamic ideas and mindfulness. He listens to what is happening now and looks at past patterns when that helps. He draws on different techniques to fit what each person brings to the room.
He has worked across health, social care, education and secure settings, and in private practice. His background includes drug and alcohol services, mental health work, advocacy, nursing, domestic abuse services and child and family work. That range informs his practical approach to complex problems such as co-morbidity and process addictions.
In sessions he focuses on identifying what causes or maintains difficulties and on practical ways to move forward. That might involve looking at attachment, control or codependency patterns, or addressing anger, self-harm thoughts and issues around fatherhood and masculinity. He also supports people dealing with HIV/AIDS related concerns.
Steve aims to help people build awareness of their strengths and to plan realistic steps for change. He uses listening, reflective questions and mindfulness techniques alongside psychodynamic reflection. People can expect a considered, straightforward way of working that aims to make difficult topics more manageable.
How his approaches work in online counselling
Client‑centred therapy places the person at the centre of sessions. The counsellor listens closely and reflects back what he hears to help a person understand their feelings and choices. This approach can help with anxiety, relationship issues and feelings of low self‑esteem.Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices. These exercises aim to reduce rumination and help with stress, cravings and emotional overwhelm. They are often brief and can be practised between sessions to support daily coping.
Psychodynamic work looks at patterns from earlier life that repeat now. It helps people see how past relationships shape current reactions, which can be useful for problems such as attachment issues, abandonment concerns and repeating relationship difficulties.
Choosing the right way of working is part of the therapy process. The counsellor will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which combination of approaches to use and review progress as they go.
If you are considering online counselling, check the current session options before booking. Confirm whether consultations are by video, phone or messaging and pick what fits your routine. Online sessions can be easier to fit around work, reduce travel time and allow shorter check‑in appointments when needed.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does he commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting and related life changes.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centred approach with psychodynamic ideas and mindfulness techniques, adapting methods to what each person needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of professional experience across health, social care, education, secure settings and private practice.
Which professional bodies is he associated with and where does he practise?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS and practises in the United Kingdom.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK have sessions?
He accepts international clients; check time zones and session arrangements before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin counselling?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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