- Client-Centred Therapy
- Guilt and shame
- Grief and loss
About Steven
Steven May is a BACP-registered counsellor based in the United Kingdom with three years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with relationship strain, grief, self-esteem issues and major life changes. He also addresses concerns such as attachment, communication, control, and feelings of guilt and shame.
He begins by listening to what matters most to the person in front of him. Sessions are shaped around the client’s concerns and goals. Conversations focus on clear, practical steps and on understanding how past experiences affect current feelings and choices.
Steven uses Client-Centred Therapy to guide sessions. That means he puts the client’s perspective at the centre of the work and follows their pace. He aims to help people name difficult emotions, like guilt or shame, and to look at how those feelings influence behaviour and relationships.
He is used to helping people handle loss, separation and changes at work or in personal life. He also works with issues such as jealousy, isolation, and questions of life purpose. Sessions may include talking through patterns, practising clearer communication, and exploring forgiveness where that is relevant.
To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and Steven does not work with international clients at present.
Client-Centred approach and online sessions
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on the person’s own perspective. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and follows the client’s pace. This approach helps when guilt or shame feel overwhelming because it starts from the client’s experience rather than imposing a plan.In practice, sessions explore how past events and current relationships link to present feelings. That can mean talking through difficult memories, noting patterns in behaviour, and practising different ways of communicating. These methods are useful for relationship issues, grief, and questions of self-worth.
Working out which way of working fits best is part of the therapy. The therapist and client decide together what to focus on and how to try things differently. That collaborative process helps match the approach to the person’s goals and preferences.
The specific session formats for this therapist are not listed here, so please confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or family commitments and can reduce travel time. They can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed or sessions without being on camera, depending on the format offered by the therapist.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does he work with?
He works with relationship problems, grief, self-esteem issues and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, communication, control and guilt and shame.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses a client-centred approach that follows the client’s lead and focuses on understanding how guilt or shame affect everyday choices. Conversations aim to make these feelings clearer and more manageable in day-to-day life.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of professional experience working with adults on issues such as grief, relationship strain and workplace concerns. His practice emphasises listening and practical steps.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently working with international clients.
How are sessions charged?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to start?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.