Counselling with Steve
COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY IN St. Helier, Jersey & online
Welcome to Counselling with Steve
in St. Helier, Jersey & online
Reconnect. Empower. Elevate.
Whether it’s dealing with anxiety and stress, coping with past trauma or navigating the challenges of everyday life which may feel overwhelming and uncertain, starting therapy is a courageous step forward. When it comes to seeking support, no problem is too big or too small.
Counselling empowers you to discover your own solutions, guiding you towards effective life changes or coping mechanisms. Counselling enables self-growth and emotional well-being, and the journey is unique to you.
Counselling and therapy in a safe, comfortable and private setting
Hello, I’m Steve Ricou, a fully qualified counsellor registered with the BACP. I create a supportive and empathetic space for adults in a non-judgemental environment. Together, we explore your unique experiences and issues, where I tailor my therapeutical approach to address your specific concerns. Collaboratively, we work towards gaining insight, awareness, understanding to foster positive change.
Counselling Sessions
I offer an initial 25-minute FREE introductory session. I work with adults either short or long-term online via Teams or in-person at my private Jersey-based practice or anywhere in the UK via Teams. I also offer Walk and Talk therapy sessions.
Issues I Support
Bereavement and loss/Depression, Stress & Anxiety/Trauma Bullying/Addictions (drugs and alcohol)/ Sexuality / Gender identity/Autism & Neurodiversity
Services I Offer
Integrative Counselling
Integrative counselling is a personalised approach that blends techniques from various therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each individual. This allows me to tailor the counselling experience, to offer a comprehensive and individualised support system.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision plays a crucial role in the field of counselling and psychotherapy in providing essential support, helping qualified and trainee counsellors navigate complex challenges effectively to reflect on their work with clients and develop their practice.
My location
I work online or in-person from my private Jersey-based practice, and with clients across the UK via Microsoft Teams. I also offer Walk and Talk therapy sessions.
My private practice room is located on Wharf Street, St. Helier, Jersey JE2 3NR, with buses and parking nearby.
Fees & availability
Individual Counselling In-Person: £70.00 per person
Individual Counselling Online: £60.00 per person
Individual Counselling Walk and Talk: £60.00 per person
Concessionary Rates are Available – If you're a student, have a disability, or are experiencing financial difficulties, please get in touch to discuss this with me.
Hours of Availability: Monday,Tuesday and Thursday evenings a half day on Saturdays.
Payment: You can pay by BACS bank transfer or pay online using the BOOK now button prior to your counselling session.
Cancellation: Please allow for 24 hours’ notice if you cannot attend your session otherwise you will be charged in full.
Get in touch
Book a Free Consultation
Feeling unsure about starting therapy? Why not schedule a free introductory 25-minute consultation to explore how I can support you – it is a relaxed, no-pressure chance for us to connect and see if working together feels right for you. If I feel unable to help, I will signpost to you to a more relevant counsellor/therapist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I must cancel my counselling session?
If you need to cancel, please give me 48 hours’ notice otherwise you will be charged for the missed session.
Are my sessions confidential?
Everything you say during your counselling session is confidential. However, I may need to break confidentiality if I feel that you could be at risk to yourself or others. But this will be discussed with you. As part of my ongoing professional development, I might need to discuss your case with my supervisor. If so, this is bound by confidentiality. My work complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements, and I will provide you with a copy of my GDPR privacy notice if you choose to work with me as your counsellor. I am also registered with the Jersey Officer of Information Commissioner (JOIC).
What happens if I don’t pay for my sessions?
If your financial circumstances change and you are struggling to pay for your sessions, please let me know in advance of your next session. We can discuss how best to manage the situation.
What happens if I stop attending my sessions?
We regularly review how the therapeutical process is working for you and can discuss next steps if you feel ready to stop attending.
What happens if I cancel my sessions but want to continue counselling in the future?
It is possible to pause counselling and then re-start at a future point when you are ready to return. It is not uncommon for some clients to take a ‘therapeutic break’ and return to counselling later. We agree this at a planned ending session. Once you are ready to resume, we can re-contract and discuss the available session times and the best option for you.
What is Walk & Talk Therapy?
Being outdoors close to nature helps us to relax, and increases ‘happy’ hormones such as dopamine and serotonin whilst reducing adrenaline and cortisol. The theory is that whilst you are walking you are engaging in physical flow and movement which allows for emotional movement to take place, bringing thoughts, feelings and clarity to the surface.
What is Integrative Counselling/Psychotherapy?
Integrative counselling. As the name suggests, integrative counselling is a combined approach to psychotherapy that combines different elements of specific therapies. Integrative therapists take the view that there is no single approach that can treat each client in all situations.
What is Person-Centred counselling?
Person-centred therapy, also known as client-centred counselling, is a humanistic approach that deals with how individuals perceive themselves consciously rather than how a counsellor can interpret their unconscious thoughts or ideas.
How does Integrative Counselling work?
At the heart of the integrative counselling approach is a central premise: that there is no single approach that can explain human functioning and behaviour. Instead, a wide range of theories and systems must be taken into consideration to achieve the widest possible perspective on the workings of the human mind. Some of the common counselling theories or systems that can often be used and integrated into their approach by integrative counsellors.