Steven Webster (MBACP)
When life or relationships feel stuck, there is space to understand why.
You might feel anxious, disconnected or uncertain about the direction your life is taking. Or perhaps you and your partner keep having the same arguments, struggle to understand each other, or feel that the connection between you has changed.
I'm Steven Webster, a counsellor offering online individual and couples therapy. I provide a thoughtful, supportive space to explore what's happening, understand recurring patterns and consider what might help you move forward.
Individual therapy
For when you feel stuck, unsettled or unsure of your direction.
You may be managing everyday responsibilities while feeling anxious, unfulfilled or disconnected underneath. Perhaps you're questioning your choices, struggling with a life transition, or finding it difficult to understand what you really want.
Individual therapy offers space to explore these experiences, make sense of recurring patterns and reconnect with what matters to you.
Couples therapy
For when communication becomes difficult and connection feels harder to find.
Perhaps the same disagreements keep returning, one or both of you feel misunderstood, or conversations quickly turn into conflict or silence. You may want to feel closer but find yourselves caught in familiar patterns.
Couples therapy offers an opportunity to understand what's happening between you, explore the emotions beneath conflict and work towards a different way of relating.
WHO I HELP...
You don't have to have all the answers to begin. Sometimes it's clear what is troubling you, at other times, you may simply know that something doesn't feel right.
Feeling stuck. You may be going through the motions, questioning your decisions or wondering why the life you've built doesn't feel as fulfilling as you expected.
Making sense of yourself. You might be struggling with anxiety, overthinking, identity, relationships or a sense of uncertainty about the future. You may want to understand yourself better and make choices that feel more in keeping with your values.
Finding your way back to each other. You and your partner may care deeply about one another but find yourselves repeating the same arguments, feeling unheard or struggling to talk about difficult subjects without becoming defensive or withdrawing.
Navigating change. Changes in work, relationships, family life, culture or circumstances can raise questions about belonging, identity and what comes next. Therapy can provide room to explore these questions at your own pace.
You don't need a diagnosis or a perfectly formed explanation for what you're experiencing. We can begin with what's happening for you now and explore it together.
HOW I WORK
A thoughtful, collaborative approach to therapy
I believe therapy should offer a space where you can speak openly, feel listened to and explore difficult experiences without being judged or told how to live. My work is grounded in person-centred counselling and informed by existential ideas about identity, meaning, choice and responsibility.
In individual therapy
We can explore what's troubling you, the experiences that have shaped you and the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. This might involve questions about relationships, identity, expectations, belonging or the direction you want your life to take. Rather than providing ready-made answers, I aim to help you understand yourself more clearly and consider what feels meaningful and possible for you.
In couples therapy
I draw on emotionally focused approaches to help partners understand the emotional patterns that develop between them. Sometimes one partner seeks reassurance or conversation while the other withdraws or becomes defensive. Both may end up feeling misunderstood, even when both want things to improve.
We can explore the emotions and needs beneath these interactions, making space for each partner's experience and looking for new ways to communicate and reconnect. Therapy is a collaborative process. We work with what you bring, at a pace that allows room for reflection, understanding and change.
A little about me...
I'm Steven Webster, a counsellor with a longstanding interest in how people understand themselves, relate to others and find a sense of belonging.
Before becoming a therapist, I worked as a language teacher, lived abroad and taught English to refugees and migrants. These experiences deepened my interest in language, culture and the different ways our backgrounds shape our identities, relationships and expectations.
They also strengthened my appreciation of how important it is to feel heard and understood, particularly when life feels unfamiliar or difficult to make sense of.
My therapeutic approach reflects these interests. I aim to offer a space where you can explore your experiences with curiosity, without pressure to arrive with all the answers.
Starting therapy can feel like a significant decision. I aim to make the practical side as straightforward as possible, so you can understand what working together would involve before deciding whether it feels right for you.
Individual therapy
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Format: Online
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Session length: 60 minutes
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Fee: £50 per session
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Student fee: £35 per session, subject to eligibility and availability
Individual therapy provides dedicated time to explore your experiences, understand recurring patterns and consider what you want to change or understand more fully.
Couples therapy
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Format: Online
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Session length: 90 minutes
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Fee: £72 per session
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Introductory call: Free 30-minute conversation
Couples sessions offer time for both partners to describe their experiences, explore difficult interactions and begin to understand the patterns affecting their relationship.
The introductory call is an opportunity to discuss what has brought you to couples therapy, ask initial questions and consider whether working together might be a good fit.
FAQs
What if I'm not sure exactly what's wrong?
You don't need to know precisely what is troubling you before starting therapy. You might feel unsettled, anxious, disconnected or simply aware that something needs attention. We can begin with your current experience and explore it together.
What is existential therapy?
Existential therapy explores questions about meaning, identity, freedom, responsibility, relationships and how we choose to live. It can be helpful when you're questioning your direction, facing a significant life change or trying to understand what matters to you. My individual work is person-centred and informed by existential ideas.
What happens during online therapy?
Sessions take place online, allowing us to meet without travelling to a therapy room. Before starting, we can discuss the practical arrangements, including the technology you'll need and how to find a private space for sessions.
Is online therapy right for me?
Online therapy can be a useful option for many people, offering flexibility and access without travelling. Whether it's suitable depends on your circumstances, needs and preferences. We can discuss this before deciding whether to work together.
How do I know whether individual or couples therapy is right for me?
Individual therapy focuses on your own experiences, feelings, relationships and choices. Couples therapy focuses on the patterns between partners and the difficulties affecting their relationship. If you're unsure, the relevant service page can help you understand the differences.
What happens before we start?
You can get in touch to discuss your situation and ask questions about my approach, availability and fees. For couples therapy, a free 30-minute introductory call is available. Any arrangements for individual introductory conversations should be confirmed directly.
Are sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is an important part of therapy. I'll explain how information is handled and the limits of confidentiality before we begin, so you understand the arrangements and can ask any questions.
Emergencies
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need urgent support, please contact your GP, NHS 111, or emergency services.
This service is not designed for crisis intervention.