Simon Knott , BACP

Simon Knott is an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a recognised professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. He trained at The Gestalt Centre in London and brings a background of more than two decades working in human resources for US companies, where he supported colleagues through a wide range of life events. This workplace experience informs his practical, person-focused approach to therapy.

Simon’s therapeutic style emphasises a holistic awareness of mind, emotion, body and spirit to help clients identify areas of life that may benefit from change. He blends Gestalt-informed awareness work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques when appropriate, tailoring interventions to the needs of each person. Clients can expect a warm, flexible manner designed to make therapy both approachable and meaningful.

He works with a broad spectrum of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, issues related to LGBT identity, family and parenting challenges, intimacy and self-esteem, eating and sleeping problems, anger, career pressures and coping with life changes. Simon offers telephone and video sessions and accepts international clients, aiming to make supportive therapy accessible to people in different locations.

Therapeutic approaches for effective online support

Simon works with several well-established approaches adapted for remote sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual’s experience, offering a supportive, non-directive space where the therapist listens attentively and helps the client explore feelings and values. It is useful for building self-understanding, confidence and emotional resilience.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, involves identifying unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns and practicing practical strategies to change them. CBT can be helpful for managing anxiety, depression, stress and sleep or eating difficulties by teaching skills that clients can apply between sessions.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and small changes that move a person toward their goals, often working well for relationship issues, career decisions and coping with life transitions. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Simon collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and personal preferences, adjusting his style as therapy progresses.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people with busy schedules, geographical constraints or different communication preferences. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from wherever the client is located.