Steve Briggs

"It's not easy opening yourself up to someone at the best of times. When you are at your lowest, it can seem absolutely daunting. Luckily though, Steve has a knack for quickly making you think you're talking to an old friend. Not just any old friend, but one that can help guide you through the tough spots and even make you laugh along the way. In my case, that's exactly what I needed."

"I have been a client of Steves' for four years and he has helped me through a bereavement and family issues. From day one I was greeted with warmth , kindness and understanding, and he provided a safe environment where I have learnt new ways' to cope and come to terms with my problems. Never more than the last six months when I was suffering from severs anxiety. I found myself in a very frightening and challenging time in my life. With Steves' unwavering and constant support he has helped me to navigate me to a much happier and positive place. I will continue in therapy to maintain and improve my mental health. Thank you Steve SC"

"Steve is my guardian angel in the form of a man I honestly don't know where I would be. I am now 15 and I started attending counselling when I was 13, I was put there at first when I was 12 but dew to my stubbornness I refused until it was to late and I needed help. Steve has a special place in my hart for all he has done for me, thank you Steve."

"As a client of Steve's I've made massive personal improvements, not only in my mental health but also in how I tackle any challenging daily situations, he is able to adapt his methods depending on whichever scenario you might be going through and helps you to develop a healthier, more realistic view on it, through whatever means suit you best. As far as I can see as a single client. As a young man struggling with finding myself he has been incredibly helpful and having gone through previous therapy before and having concerns that once you're feeling better you're on your own,Steve has also made me feel very reassured that if things get hard again he'll be there to pick you back up, thank you Steve."

"Steve Has helped both me personally & a number of people within our family He has been nothing short of brilliant & we would fully recommend him (as we have done) to people needing some help with all forms of Councelling support that Steve can offer Don't hesitate & get in touch with Steve today and start you're own healing process"

"i was very sceptical about therapy before i came however this feeling completely changed being a young male the controversy about going to place like this goes through all of our heads. going there changed that for me i really felt like a weight i had been carrying on my shoulders was lifted and he really helped my with both my anxiety and depression and each time i go i look forward as i know its a good place to talk and vent"

"Steve has a very refreshing and positive view of the counselling process. Following years of depressive symptoms, Steve helped bring me back to my former self, and helped me to reach acceptance of who I am, and where I am heading. Steve is an excellent counsellor, that helps you feel comfortable with the person you are and helps you achieve the person you hope to become!"

"My sessions with Steve were great for me at a difficult time. He helped me to see things more clearly and even to realise that my previous grief was affecting my current feelings. I felt at ease with him and able to speak freely. Steve allowed me the time to process things whilst we talked and he used his insight and experience to frame my own experiences. He definitely helped me to see that what I was feeling was normal and gave me the boost I needed as I tried to come to terms with things. Thank you Steve!"

"I started seeing Steve this time last year and straight away felt relaxed and confident we could work together to cover some issues . Over the 6 months of regular meetings Steve helped me see things from a different perspective and he helped me understand much more about my life past and present . He creates a warm and relaxed environment for you and makes the experience far less daunting than it could be."

"When your at your darkest point, Steve is literally the person that switches the light on and shows you the way out. Being sceptical about the therapy process and how much it would actually help, I was so glad to be proven wrong. Steve is friendly and engaging, having a real talent for speaking at the right times and saying things that help you to understand who you are and why you feel like you do. He mixes his sessions with intelligent insights, humour and when required he speaks directly and candidly. But mostly he listens, and when you feel depressed, anxious, worthless, alone etc etc.....thats a priceless quality."

"Steve has been amazing in helping me to understand, cope and move forward in my life. He is friendly and kind. He has helped me to be honest with myself and accept who I am as person . I would recommend Steve as he is honest, he shows warmth and empathy and demonstrates sincerity . He is like a dear trusted friend. Maria 10.06.20"

"I came to Steve in my early twenties having struggled since a young age with mental health. Being male it was difficult to accept I needed help because of the stigma around men and mental health. Soon after coming to see Steve I was diagnosed with something called General Anxiety Disorder which was a relief in getting an understanding of where my struggles came from. From this I was put on to the correct medication and with the support of Steve over the years there has been significant improvements and I am now living a more fulfilling life and have a far more positive outlook to what the future will bring.I Highly recommend Steve and his personable and caring nature to anyone looking to making the first steps to changing there lives."

"Working with Steve has been so helpful for me to work through issues with anxiety. I really appreciate his kind and casual approach; I feel like I'm talking to a friend who gives really good advice, rather than feeling like I'm under a spotlight having to talk about my feelings. I'm from another country, and Steve really understands how culture can affect how we react to different issues, which was really important to me."

"Steve is a generous, warm hearted and engaging person. The therapy is person centred but Steve likes to work through dialogue and discussion. He creates a safe and accepting space where it is possible to explore even the most sensitive issues."

"Steve has changed my life... Before seeing Steve, I'd tried medication and other forms of therapy multiple times. But, none could even come close to Steve's ability to empathise with my problems and help me get through them. Seeing Steve is an enjoyment, and doesn't feel like your 'stereotypical counselling'. He's warm and welcoming which is exactly what I needed during a low point of my life. He always offers me a cup of tea when I see him, so it feels like a seeing a friend or a relative. He helped me smile about the things that were making me feel low, and taught me to carry this on outside of therapy and share it with others. Steve is a truly amazing man, and any client of his is lucky to be given his time."

"Steve has really helped me to deal with anxiety and depression issues. His down to earth and friendly nature made me feel very comfortable from our first session and has been a positive influence on many aspects of my life. Steve has made a huge impact on how I see myself and how I deal with situations. I cannot recommend him enough."

"Steve has been an invaluable support in getting me to understand myself and therefore communicate much better with loved one and others. He is a great listener but will also give an opinion when needed. This makes our sessions much more interactive and for me much more helpfull. He is also a really friendly and kindly chap."

"Steve has helped me with my anxiety. He is very easy to talk to and the sessions seem to fly by but at the same time we get a lot of talking in He has helped me talk to people like my wife, family and friends about how I'm feeling rather than keeping everything bottled in. Thoroughly recommended."

"I was recommended Steve at the darkest of my days. He has instilled a more positive and forward looking mindset with me which has meant I can value myself again. His approach has been very candid and engaging. I leave each session with a sense I can live with my illness and not have it control my every waking minute."

"Steve has been a real big help to me especially being a man in my mid twenties I found it hard to open up and speak about my emotions but Steve has taught me that it's ok to talk about my emotions and ok to be upset and not to hide or bloke out the way I feel."