Simone Riviere, BACP

Simone Riviere is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist who recognises how unpredictable and overwhelming life can feel. With a calm, relationship-centred approach she supports people navigating low mood, anxiety, depression and the emotional fallout of difficult experiences. She understands that some feelings are hard to share and that it can be isolating when there seems to be no one to turn to. Through collaborative work she helps clients begin to untangle thoughts and emotions, creating space for new perspectives and a greater sense of balance.

Simone places the therapeutic relationship at the heart of her practice, offering a non-judgemental space where a person’s experience is heard and respected. She works in an integrative way, adapting methods to meet individual needs, and offers both short-term and open-ended therapy depending on what a client needs. Simone holds BACP accreditation, which reflects a recognised standard of professional training and practice in counselling and psychotherapy in the United Kingdom. Her practice aims to help people breathe more easily, regain perspective and find practical ways to move forward.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Simone draws on several established approaches to tailor therapy to each person’s needs. Client-Centred Therapy focuses on building a trusting, accepting relationship in which the client’s own perspective guides the work; it is often helpful for issues of self-esteem, relationship struggles and navigating life transitions. Psychodynamic Therapy explores patterns that emerge from past experiences and relationships to help illuminate how those patterns affect current feelings and behaviours; this approach can be useful for long-standing emotional difficulties and relationship problems. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple, practical ways to relate differently to thoughts and sensations, supporting stress reduction and greater emotional regulation.

Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapeutic process, and Simone works collaboratively with each person to identify the best fit based on their goals, preferences and responses in sessions. This collaborative stance helps shape a workable plan that can evolve over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions around daily life, reduce travel time and maintain continuity of care for those living at a distance. Registered professionals and therapists can work effectively with clients online, using these formats to support progress in a way that suits each individual.