Business Details
Professional Counselling Services in Bristol
Established as a dedicated counselling practice in Bristol, we provide client-centred therapy for individuals and couples navigating life's challenges. With extensive experience in therapeutic counselling, including specialised work in substance misuse, trauma, and anxiety disorders, our approach prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental space for exploration. We integrate evidence-based methodologies such as motivational interviewing and mindfulness to address diverse concerns, from relationship difficulties to existential crises.Our practice is grounded in the belief that collaborative dialogue empowers clients to uncover personal resources and foster meaningful change. As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, we uphold rigorous ethical standards while offering flexible session formats to accommodate modern lifestyles.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Trauma Counselling
Anxiety Management
Depression Support
Bereavement Counselling
Anger Management
Stress Reduction
Mindfulness Therapy
Life Transitions Support
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' experience in therapeutic counselling and education
- Our practice integrates trauma-informed and evidence-based methodologies
- Registered with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Flexible session formats: face-to-face, telephone and online options
- Specialised training in couples therapy and mindfulness techniques
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored one-to-one sessions addressing emotional and psychological challenges. Our approach combines active listening with evidence-based techniques to explore personal concerns and develop coping strategies. Clients benefit from a structured yet flexible framework that adapts to their unique needs and therapeutic goals.
Couples Therapy
Specialised support for relationship dynamics and communication issues. We help partners develop mutual understanding and constructive dialogue patterns. Sessions focus on resolving conflicts, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connections through proven therapeutic interventions.
Trauma Counselling
Targeted therapy for trauma survivors using integrative approaches. We address both recent and historical trauma impacts through safe, paced exploration of experiences. Techniques include grounding exercises and cognitive restructuring to facilitate healing and post-traumatic growth.
Anxiety Management
Comprehensive support for anxiety disorders and stress-related conditions. Our approach combines psychoeducation with practical coping strategies. Clients learn to identify triggers, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and implement relaxation techniques for sustained symptom reduction.
Bereavement Counselling
Specialised guidance through the grieving process following loss. We provide a compassionate space to explore complex emotions and develop adaptive coping mechanisms. Our approach respects individual mourning rhythms while facilitating emotional processing and adjustment.
People
Steve Harland
Counsellor
Experienced therapist with 15+ years in mental health, specialising in trauma and substance misuse. Holds Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and BACP accreditation. Former educator in counselling skills at higher education level.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counselling, and specialist support for trauma, anxiety, depression, and bereavement using integrative therapeutic approaches.
How much does a session cost?
Individual sessions cost £60, with couples therapy priced at £80 per 50-minute session. We offer flexible appointment scheduling options.
Are sessions confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality within ethical and legal boundaries, creating a safe space for open exploration of personal concerns.
How long does therapy typically last?
Duration varies by client need - we offer both short-term solution-focused therapy and longer-term open-ended support tailored to individual circumstances.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Our practice integrates person-centred therapy with cognitive-behavioural techniques, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care adapted to each client's unique needs.
Reviews (5)
Matthew Martin
Sep 14, 2026
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Steve was a great help to me as I was dealing with some life challenges. He is attentive and insightful and I always felt comfortable in his company. Would recommend!
Ben Travis
Sep 14, 2026
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I cant thank Steve enough for his calm, empathetic, thoughtful, intelligent, and encouraging counselling.
An all-round genuinely good guy whose integrity emanates through his tailored thought processes and support. I would highly recommend Steve to anyone, with any motive, and at any stage of their journey with counselling or talking therapies.
An all-round genuinely good guy whose integrity emanates through his tailored thought processes and support. I would highly recommend Steve to anyone, with any motive, and at any stage of their journey with counselling or talking therapies.
Michael
Sep 07, 2026
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I have massively benefited from two periods of counselling with Steve in the last 5 years. He is hugely compassionate, focused and attentive, and creates a safe and light space for you to talk in total confidence, and with absolutely no judgement. Steve helps you work through things by offering insights, reflections from his wide reading on relevant topics, and suggesting questions which help you reflect and build a richer understanding of yourself. I have been hugely grateful to Steve for all of this, his generous and holistic approach to counseling, and would highly recommend him.
Gregg Berlandi
Sep 03, 2026
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I cannot recommend Steve highly enough - I have been a client of his off and on for years, and he is everything you'd want from a counsellor, as well as being a truly exceptional human.
Sam
Aug 15, 2026
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I worked with Steve for 10 years. When I first started therapy, I had no idea what the process might involve, and looking back now I feel so fortunate that it has been Steve who has guided me through a long journey.
Steve balances warmth and empathy with reassuring professionalism, and creates a completely non-judgmental space. Over the years I've come to really appreciate just how skilfully and thoughtfully he's held the whole process.
His attentiveness is extraordinary too: across 10 years, I don't recall him ever forgetting or muddling something I had told him. It is bittersweet to finish working with Steve. I will really miss his warmth, humour, expertise, intelligence and compassion. But I would be so heartened to know that somebody reading this review might go on to work with him and have their own life changed for the better, as mine has been.
Steve balances warmth and empathy with reassuring professionalism, and creates a completely non-judgmental space. Over the years I've come to really appreciate just how skilfully and thoughtfully he's held the whole process.
His attentiveness is extraordinary too: across 10 years, I don't recall him ever forgetting or muddling something I had told him. It is bittersweet to finish working with Steve. I will really miss his warmth, humour, expertise, intelligence and compassion. But I would be so heartened to know that somebody reading this review might go on to work with him and have their own life changed for the better, as mine has been.
