Counsellor profile
Stephen (Steve) Rudkin, BACP, NCPS
Based in United Kingdom · 26 years of experience
Person-centred psychodynamic counsellor
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- Registrations
- BACP, United Kingdom (158735); NCPS, United Kingdom (NCS23-04343)
- Qualifications
- BACP, NCPS
- Experience
- 26 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Details come from information Stephen supplied to BetterHelp.
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Relationship issues
About Stephen
BACP, NCPS. Stephen (Steve) Rudkin has 26 years of counselling experience in a range of settings across health, social care, education and secure services. He works with issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, grief and intimacy-related concerns, and he offers support for LGBT and family-related matters.
Steve describes his approach as person-centred and psychodynamic, using an integrative mix of techniques to suit the individual. He guides people to explore what is causing their difficulties and why, and looks at past experiences and patterns when appropriate. Sessions can be short term or longer term depending on need.
He has worked in drug and alcohol services, mental health teams, advocacy, nursing, domestic abuse support and child and family services. That experience informs work with a wide range of presenting problems including process and substance addictions, self-harm, domestic violence and fatherhood issues.
In sessions Steve aims to listen, reflect and help people identify ways to move forward. He supports people to build awareness of inner strengths and to consider practical steps for change. He avoids judgement and focuses on the client’s concerns and goals.
Sessions are offered in English and Steve accepts international clients. Fees vary with location and are provided via a subscription arrangement that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online counselling options button.
How his approaches inform online counselling
Client-centred work focuses on what the person brings to each session. The counsellor listens without judgement and reflects back what he hears, helping people clarify their concerns and decide next steps. This approach often helps with stress, relationship issues and self-esteem concerns.Mindfulness-based techniques involve simple exercises to notice thoughts and bodily sensations in the present moment. These practices can support people managing anxiety, cravings from addictions, or strong emotional reactions.
Psychodynamic work pays attention to past experiences and repeated patterns. It can help people understand why certain problems keep returning and explore deeper feelings behind behaviours such as self-harm or codependency.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The counsellor will discuss goals and preferences with the client and recommend which methods to try, reviewing progress and adjusting the plan as needed.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a weekday or evening, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Registered or accredited professionals can use online sessions to maintain continuity of care when people are in different locations.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, grief and intimacy-related issues among other concerns.
What is his counselling style?
He uses a person-centred psychodynamic approach and an integrative mix of techniques to suit individual needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of experience in health, social care, education, secure environments and private practice.
Is he registered with any professional bodies?
He is listed with BACP and NCPS as shown in his credentials.
Does he offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as formats are not specified in the biography.
How are fees charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start counselling with him?
Select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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