More about Steph Wood

About me: Before becoming a counsellor, I trained as an actor and worked for many years in the assurance sector and school administration. While those roles were valuable, it was my own experience of therapy during a challenging period in my life that led to a profound realisation, prompting me to retrain as a therapist while balancing work and family life.

My background in the performing arts gives me a unique perspective on the insecurities and identify challenges often faced by creative individuals. I enjoy working with clients in those fields to reconnect with their strengths, grow in self-awareness, and move towards a greater sense of personal freedom and emotional wellbeing.

My approach: I am a warm, compassionate counsellor, I offer a calm space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings openly, and at their own pace. The Person-Centred approach is rooted in the belief that each person is the expert in their own life, and that therapy can be a powerful way to reconnect with inner resources, build emotional resilience, and move forward with greater clarity.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centred. Rather than providing ready-made solutions or instructions, I work alongside you to help you feel truly heard, reflect on your experiences, and uncover your own insights. Each session is tailored to your own unique needs, moving at a pace that feels right for you and focussing on what matters most in your life.

Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, like a series of hurdles that leave you feeling temporarily stuck or uncertain. Whether you’re navigating work stress, relationship struggles, a life transition, grief, low confidence or self esteem, anxiety, or juggling the everyday pressures of life, I can offer compassionate support to older teens and adults in a safe, non judgemental space.

Qualifications: Qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, SEG Level 4 Diploma. 

Other specialist training and interests include work towards Part One Human Givens Psychotherapy Diploma. Also undertaking training as an ADHD mentor and in domestic abuse. Areas of therapy often focuses on issues such as alcohol addiction, anxiety and panic, low mood and depression, body image, life transitions, grief and loss.

Memberships: Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

You can contact us to make a booking with Steph here.