About Steve

Combining lived experience with professional expertise to support individuals and organisations

Steve Pointon

My Journey

I'm a Person-Centred Counsellor, workplace trainer, and public speaker with a unique perspective shaped by both professional training and personal experience. As a two-time cancer survivor, I understand firsthand the challenges of navigating difficult circumstances, which informs my compassionate and authentic approach to supporting others.

After a successful career in management and security, I retrained as a counsellor, completing my BSc (Hons) in Person-Centred Counselling in 2022. I now work in private practice in Crewe, Cheshire, and have extensive experience supporting individuals and families through bereavement, life-limiting illness, anxiety, depression, and life's difficult transitions.

Qualifications & Approach

Professional Qualifications

  • ✓BSc (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling - University of Derby, 2022
  • ✓BACP Registered Member
  • ✓Trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • ✓Level 2 & 3 Diplomas in Person-Centred Counselling

My Therapeutic Approach

My counselling centers on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. I believe in your capacity for growth and self-understanding, and my role is to walk alongside you on that journey.

I provide unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuineness, allowing you to lead sessions and find your own solutions. My training in ACT also helps clients manage difficult emotions and move toward the life they want to live.

Advocacy & Leadership Roles

Beyond my counselling practice, I'm deeply committed to patient advocacy and mental health awareness through international leadership roles.

Board Member

International Kidney Cancer Coalition (IKCC)

Co-Chair

IKCC Annual Summit Organisation Committee

Community Development Officer

Action Kidney Cancer

Patient Advocate

International Healthcare Initiatives

These roles allow me to contribute to global health policy, education initiatives, and support networks while staying connected to the patient and carer communities I serve.

Why I Do This Work

Life sometimes throws up unexpected hurdles, and I have overcome my fair share. After two cancer diagnoses and twice overcoming severe treatments, followed by a drawn-out employment tribunal, it has not been easy. I couldn't have done it without the amazing support I received.

I would not be where I am today if it wasn't for the people who helped, listened, and supported me. I now enjoy doing the same for others in similar situations.

My own journey through cancer, employment challenges, and retraining as an adult in difficult circumstances has given me deep empathy for others facing adversity. Whether I'm working one-to-one with a client, training a corporate team, or speaking at an international conference, my goal is the same: to help people build resilience, find acceptance, and move forward with hope.

Steve Pointon

What People Say

"I lost my mum on top of several other recent bereavements and Steve helped me understand that it was ok to take longer than I thought was normal, to process what had happened. Steve made it possible for me to start that process as I knew he was right there with me."

— Counselling Client

"I can't thank Steve enough, I'm not sure where I would be right now if it wasn't for his help and support. Steve listens without interrupting and really helped me understand what was going on for me."

— Counselling Client

"I listened to your lecture during EONS16 and I must say that you truly inspired me!"

— Conference Attendee, EONS16

"Steve has such an emotional and inspiring story to tell. I am a grown man and what he has to say and how he says it can't fail to inspire and motivate you. Thank you for sharing your story Steve, I will never forget it."

— Speaking Engagement Attendee

"Steve Pointon's Recovery Café workshop on the impact of a cancer diagnosis on mental health was delivered with deep insight, compassion, and authenticity, the session resonated powerfully with our community of cancer survivors. Steve created a space that felt safe, validating, and reassuring. Huge thanks Steve.

We're also incredibly grateful to Steve for his support with our campaign Mission Secure, which calls to end cancer's hidden toll and addresses the impact of a diagnosis on people's work and finances. Steve worked with the press and media on our behalf, helping us mount a powerful and impactful campaign that amplified survivor voices and drove real momentum for change."

— Hannah Elton Wall, Mission Remission

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