Welcome
Hi, I’m Simon, a 39-year-old, Scottish, fully registered counsellor with the BACP, and I’m here to offer a space where you can feel accepted, understood, and supported, whatever challenges you may be facing.
About Me
I’ve worked with adults navigating a range of concerns, including anxiety, low mood, life changes, and relationship difficulties. I know reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and I’m committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace.
My practice is grounded in a relational, person-centred approach, rooted in empathy, acceptance, and respect, and informed by humanistic theory and research. I believe in working alongside you, supporting you to make sense of your experiences while helping you empower yourself by connecting with your strengths and values.
I also draw on structured dialogue techniques and creative approaches when helpful, ensuring our sessions remain collaborative and led by your needs.
What You Can Expect
You can expect warmth, authenticity, and professionalism in our sessions together. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply wish to understand yourself better, my aim is to support you in gaining clarity, easing distress, and moving towards what feels important to you.
If you are looking for a counsellor who will meet you with authenticity, compassion, and honesty, I would be honoured to support you on your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #413617
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Simon Nelson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I am extremely happy with my therapy sessions with Simon so far.
Written on May 07, 2026 after therapy with Simon for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Had a really good experience with Simon so far. Feel comfortable to be open and he’s respectful when listening to me. Looking forward to future session with Simon
Written on Jan 25, 2026 after therapy with Simon for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Having had mixed experiences of therapy/counselling previously, Simon took my concerns and issues and have been extremely attentive to them, whilst also challenging my own self-perceptions in order to approach things differently.
Simon has been empathetic to any previous experiences I've had, whilst also being prompt to be more forward looking in approaching my own personal challenges. He has been more than accommodating to adapt his way of working to mine.
Overall, I'd highly recommend Simon to for those who face the challenges of depression and mental health.
Written on Nov 06, 2025 after therapy with Simon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Simon is an amazing therapist. I always left our sessions lighter and with such clarity. He's non-judgmental and empathetic. I really appreciate all he has done for me, during a very low time in my life.
Written on Oct 22, 2025 after therapy with Simon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues