Mitchell Stevens, BACP

Mitchell Stevens is a counsellor and therapist with 12 years' experience and membership of the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists (BACP). He offers online counselling in English for adults aged 18 and over. Mitchell draws on both personal and professional experience to guide people through difficult life moments, including midlife crisis and other major transitions.

He has worked across the voluntary sector, including roles with Change, Grow & Live and The Forward Trust, supporting people facing homelessness, addiction and mental health challenges. He has also practised in community counselling settings in Kent, which gave him broad exposure to everyday struggles people bring to therapy.

Mitchell describes his style as down-to-earth and human. He aims to create a space where clients can talk honestly, be challenged gently, and try new ways of thinking and acting. He uses familiar therapeutic approaches to help people manage anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, and issues with self-esteem.

He also brings personal insight into family life, stepfamily dynamics and the creative world from years working in music as a musician, writer, producer and sound engineer. That background informs how he listens to patterns in relationships and personal stories. He is a supervisor with The Forward Trust and continues to work with adults and teenagers.

People who are looking for straightforward conversations and practical ways to cope often find his approach useful. He encourages small changes that fit into daily life and supports clients to notice gradual progress over time.

How therapeutic approaches shape online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed, and then choose actions that fit their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour, offering practical exercises to reduce anxiety, improve sleep and shift unhelpful patterns. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at relationship patterns formed earlier in life and how they affect current connections, which can help with relationship difficulties and intimacy issues.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Mitchell will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the person's needs. He sees therapy as a collaborative process where the plan can change as understanding grows.

The practical benefits of working online include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life, particularly when travel or time constraints are an issue. Online work can allow for shorter check-ins when that suits a person, or for sessions without video if bandwidth or comfort is a concern. Confirm the exact session options available before booking so arrangements match your needs.