Stefan Simms

Psychological Therapist, EMDR Practitioner & Counsellor

Stefan Simms

Psychological Therapist, EMDR Practitioner & Counsellor

Msc, BSc, BSc (Hons), PG Dip, EMDR L3, Accred UKCP; BABCP

Pronouns - Him/He

Stefan Simms is a highly experienced psychological therapist with over 20 years of expertise in supporting adults facing psychological distress. With a strong foundation in both NHS and private practice, Stefan offers a wealth of knowledge in delivering evidence-based treatments tailored to mild, moderate, and complex psychological problems.

Stefan is extensively trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). His ability to adapt these models to individual needs ensures that each client receives a personalised and effective therapy experience.

Clients value Stefan’s empathetic and collaborative approach. He prioritises creating a safe and trusting environment where clients feel understood and supported. Stefan's expertise in trauma therapy, particularly for military and civilian PTSD, complex PTSD, and childhood trauma, makes him a specialist for those seeking recovery from challenging experiences. He also provides support for a broad range of issues, including anxiety disorders, depression, stress, emotional regulation, low self-esteem, and bereavement.

Stefan is committed to delivering high-quality care through professional assessment, tailored treatment planning, and sensitive communication. He believes in empowering clients by helping them understand their difficulties and guiding them toward lasting psychological well-being.

If you're looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to help you navigate challenges and achieve meaningful change, Stefan’s combination of expertise, professionalism, and kindness makes him an excellent choice.

Stefan is an expert in the treatment of the following problems:

Trauma

  • PTSD (Military /Civilian)

  • Compiled PTSD

  • Childhood Trauma

  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Complex PTSD

  • Dissasociation

  • Trauma - Road Traffic Accidents

Anxiety

  • Stress

  • Agoraphobia

  • Generalised Anxiety (GAD)

  • Health Anxiety

  • Death Anxiety

  • Panic / Panic Attacks

  • Performance Anxiety

  • Separation Anxiety

  • Fears of abandonment

  • Social Anxiety

  • Phobias

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Work Stress

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Self-Harm

  • Personality Disorders

  • Depression - Low Mood

  • Depression - Major

  • Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Loneliness

  • Low Self-Esteem

  • Grief / Bereavement / Loss

Stefan is also experienced in the treatment of the following problems:

  • Alexithymia - difficulty identifying / expressing emotions

  • Anger

  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Bi-Polar Disorder

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

  • Body Image Problems

  • Chronic Fatigue / ME

  • Emetophobia (Specific Fear of Vomit)

  • Family Issues - Adoption

  • Family Issues - Blended families

  • Family Issues - Conflict

  • Gender Identity Issues

  • Health conditions - Acute / Long Term

  • Health conditions - Cancer

  • Hoarding

  • LGBTQI+ Related Issues

  • Narcissistic personality disorder

  • Pain management

  • Perfectionism

  • Personality Disorders

  • Problems with telling lies

  • Procrastination

  • Relationship - Attachment issues

  • Relationship - Codependency

  • Relationship - Communication difficulties

  • Relationship - Doubt in relationship

  • Relationship - Infidelity, affairs & betrayals

  • Relationship - Intimacy

  • Relationship - Separation & Divorce

  • Sexual Dysfunction

  • Skin/Hair picking (trichotillomania / dermatillomania)

  • Sleep - Insomnia

  • Sleep - Problems

  • Tinnitus

  • Work - Bullying

  • Work - General

  • Work - Redundancy

Models of Treatment Stefan is experienced in;

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist

  • Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Integrative Therapy

  • Interpersonal Therapy

  • Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy

  • Person-Centred Therapy

  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

  • Rational Emotive Therapy

  • Schema Therapy

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Systemic Family Therapy


Stefan works with:

  • Adolescents (16 - 18 Years)

  • All adults, across the whole age range from 18 years + 

Professional Accreditation/Qualifications

  • Msc

  • BSc

  • Dip Counselling Psych

  • PG Dip CBT

  • EMDR L3

  • Accred UKCP; BABCP EMDR UK NI

Languages Stefan is fluent in:

  • English

  • Spanish

Testimonials about Stefan

“I found therapy with Stefan ( Stephen) extremely helpful. He was very knowledge, empathic, compassion and helped me get my life back and reach a place in my life that never imaged that I could get to. For this, I will forever grateful” Anonymous

What is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidenced based & well researched talking therapy. It is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for many mental health problems.

It is most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but can be useful for many other mental and physical health problems.

CBT focuses upon how your thoughts and behaviours impact upon your emotions and physical symptoms.

CBT is collaborative treatment and typically involves doing homework tasks between appointments.

It aims to teach you to become your own therapist, teaching you tools so you can keep using the strategies and techniques you have learned after you have finished therapy.


What is EMDR?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a therapeutic approach designed to help people heal from trauma and highly distressing experiences. When a person goes through psychological trauma or significant stress, their brain may struggle to fully process the event. This can leave the person feeling "stuck" with disturbing emotions, thoughts, and bodily sensations that resurface as if they were reliving the experience.

EMDR helps to reprocess these stuck memories, allowing the brain to resolve them in a healthier way. This often leads to a significant reduction, or even elimination, of distressing symptoms, improving emotional well-being.

Recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2013 as an effective treatment for trauma and trauma-related disorders, EMDR has been extensively researched and proven to help with a wide range of psychological difficulties. The therapy follows a structured eight-phase protocol that ensures safety and guidance for the client. During sessions, bilateral stimulation—such as guided eye movements or tapping—helps the brain process traumatic memories in a controlled and conscious manner.

Many clients find that EMDR can lead to faster, more lasting results compared to traditional talk therapy alone, making it a highly effective option for addressing trauma and other distressing life events.

 

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