Stephen Padfield, NCPS

Stephen Padfield is a pluralistic therapist who combines a range of therapeutic methods to meet each person where they are. He creates a non-judgemental, supportive environment in which clients can explore difficult feelings, relationships and life transitions. Stephen has experience working with teenagers and adults of all ages, supporting people through bereavement, spirituality, sexuality, gender issues, depression, trauma and anxiety.

He is trained in mindfulness and offers practical in-the-moment techniques that draw on meditation and an understanding of polyvagal theory to help regulate stress responses. Stephen also values an existential perspective, attending to the whole person and the ways physical, social, personal and spiritual worlds shape experience. That flexible approach allows him to adapt methods to the specific issue and stage of life presented.

Stephen recently completed a Master’s degree in Psychotherapy and holds the NCPS credential, a professional counselling qualification. He aims to work collaboratively with each person to build coping skills, clarify values and find more satisfying ways of living.

Approaches and online therapy with Stephen Padfield

Stephen integrates several therapeutic approaches in his online work to suit different needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s own goals and pace guide the process; it is helpful for building self-esteem, exploring identity and recovering from relationship difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns, often used for anxiety, depression and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and grounding practices drawn from meditation to support emotion regulation and reduce reactivity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Stephen works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. He adapts techniques over time as progress and circumstances change, emphasizing shared decision making between therapist and client.

Online therapy with Stephen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, reduce travel time and allow people to work with a registered professional from their own environment.