Louise McIlvenny
Adult Integrative Counsellor

Steven Montgomery

MBACP, BSc (Hons), FdSc

Meet the Therapist

Hi, Im Steven Montgomery and I’m a registered Integrative Counsellor.

I offer a safe, confidential space where you can explore whatever is on your mind – without judgement, pressure, or expectation. Together, we can explore the issues that are important to you, whether its anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, identity, or just a sense of wanting more from life. My goal is not to give you advice or quick fixes, but to support you in making sense of your experiences, uncovering patterns, and developing a greater self-understanding and resilience.

I understand that taking the first step can be daunting. Youre welcome to reach out and we can talk about what youre looking for and whether working together feels right.

Professional Qualifications

I hold qualifications and I am accredited in the following areas:

  • Fd Degree in Integrative Counselling – Ulster University
  • Online Therapy Skills & Assessment – Ulster University
  • Safeguarding & Risk Management

My Style of Therapy

I work in an integrative way, which means I use different counselling methods depending on what feels right for you and your situation. My main focus is person-centred counselling, where I focus on creating a supportive and accepting space for you. I also draw on ideas from psychodynamic approaches which looks at how past experiences affect us, and cognitive behavioural therapy, which helps us understand and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.

Areas I Support

ADHD
Alcohol Issues
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Autism
Bereavement
Bullying
Carers Support
Childhood Issues
Confidence Issues
Depression
Drug Issues
Emotional Abuse
Family Issues
Feeling Stuck
Grief/Loss
Health Anxiety
Low Mood
Low Self-esteem
Narcissistic Abuse
Neurodivergent
Panic Attacks
Paranoia
Phobias
PTSD
Relationship Difficulties
Separation/Divorce
Substance Misuse
Sleep Issues
Social Anxiety
Stress
Trauma
Work-related Stress

Therapy Fees

£45.00

Types of Clients

Adults

Types of Session

In-person in our Newtownabbey office
Online / Video Call
Telephone

Therapeutic Approach

Person-Centered Therapy
CBT
Integrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Neuro Affirming Practice

Verified Credentials

Member of The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society

When someone really hears you without passing judgement on you, it is astonishing how elements which seem insoluble become soluble”

Carl R Rogers