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Deborah Steel, BACP

BACP counsellor supporting meaningful change and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma and grief help
  • Relationship and intimacy work

About Deborah Steel

Deborah Steel brings 12 years of professional experience and holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Counselling, a degree that underpins her work with individuals facing emotional and practical challenges. She is a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK organisation for counselling and psychotherapy professionals.

Deborah supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and intimacy-related concerns, among other issues. She focuses on creating an open, non-judgmental space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings and begin to make meaningful changes in their lives.

Seeking help takes courage, and Deborah aims to empower clients as they take early steps toward greater wellbeing and more satisfying relationships. She welcomes questions about her approach and encourages prospective clients to reach out to learn more about working together.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoaching

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Deborah Steel have?

Deborah Steel has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Deborah Steel a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds membership of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).

In which languages does Deborah Steel provide therapy?

Deborah provides therapy in English.

Where is Deborah Steel located?

Deborah is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Deborah Steel as my therapist?

You can work with Deborah Steel through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Deborah Steel work with international clients?

Deborah Steel does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Deborah Steel cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches and Online Therapy with Deborah Steel

Deborah integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to support people through emotional struggles and practical problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasises empathy, active listening, and understanding the individual from their own perspective - it helps those seeking a compassionate space to explore identity, relationships, and life transitions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, stress, and low mood.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process and Deborah approaches this collaboratively. She works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and the methods that feel most helpful, adapting techniques as the work progresses so the approach aligns with each person's needs.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible and accessible. These options allow people to connect from home or other convenient locations, fit sessions around work and family commitments, and maintain continuity of care when schedules change. Registered professionals and therapists can use these formats to deliver effective, client-focused support tailored to each person's situation.

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