Simon Ward

I generally see clients from 8am to 6pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, also Saturday morning is possible (I can often be flexible around these days/times so feel free to ask)

Hello!

Thank you for taking a moment to read this profile. I know it takes courage to share things with a stranger but feel free to call or message me. I will put you at ease and we can talk through the issues, at the end of the call you can book a session, or perhaps have a think about it first. 

What is counselling with me like?

My counselling sessions are safe and confidential spaces, where you are free to share whatever’s on your mind, in your own time, and at your own pace. You may be suffering from anxiety, low mood, anger, fear or something else.  Irrespective, we will deal with whatever arises, calmly exploring and developing your inner resources to bring you hope, meaning, healing or whatever else it may be that you are seeking.

What kind of person am I?

I’ve been described as kind, calm and down-to-earth. I often work through the lens of Acceptance and Commitment therapy, described as third wave CBT.  I work with clients of all walks of life and am welcoming to clients from all backgrounds, gender, age, ethnicity, disability, belief or sexual orientation.

What is my background?

I began my career in military and later went into public service, including management and leadership roles covering areas such as mental health and youth. My path to counselling has been shaped by years of experience supporting others, including voluntary work with the NHS, Carers Support West Sussex, and Olive Tree Cancer Support.

Training, qualifications & experience

Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

BSc (Hons) PPS (University of Portsmouth) 

Certificate in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 

Certificate in Trauma-Focused Therapy

Certificate in Working with Addiction

Level 3 Certificate counselling skills

Diploma in Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy

Dip. HE Combined Studies (University of Surrey)

Safeguarding adultsTraining, qualifications & experience

I am an integrative counsellor based in Crawley in West Sussex.  I offer sessions in-person, online or by phone

I offer a free no obligation phone /zoom consultation to see if you'd like to book the first session.  This will last about 20 minutes.

If you decide to continue after that the fee is £40 to £60 (depending on circumstances) for each therapeutic hour (50 minutes)

I charge the same whether in-person, zoom or phone 

If money is an issue and you would like to discuss a reduced fee please feel free to do so