Feeling anxious, low, or stuck in the same patterns? Let's talk it through.
I'm Tracy Simpson, a counsellor in Barnsley with fifteen years’ experience. I work with people across South Yorkshire, in person and online, when life feels harder than it should.
- 15+ years' experience
- Registered Member MBACP · NCPS Accredited
- Free 10-minute intro call
- In person & online
Find the support that fits you
Whatever you're carrying, there's a way through it. Choose what feels closest — every option begins with the same free, no-pressure call.
Anxiety & depression
When your mind won't switch off, or everything feels heavy and flat.
Start here →Relationships & couples
Rebuilding communication and trust, together or one to one.
Start here →Individual counselling
One-to-one sessions to make sense of what's going on for you.
Start here →Workplace & employers
Confidential support for staff, and a route back to work after time off.
Start here →Online counselling
The same support from home, by video or phone.
Start here →Supervision for counsellors
Reflective monthly supervision, aligned to BACP and NCPS requirements.
Start here →When worry and low mood take hold
- Your mind won't switch off, even when you're exhausted
- You lie awake replaying conversations and worst-case scenarios
- You've lost interest in things that used to matter
- It's started to feel like just how things are now
It doesn't have to stay this way
Together we'll look at what's keeping it going, and build practical, everyday ways to feel steadier. I draw on CBT, solution-focused work and a calmer kind of understanding, at a pace that feels safe.
Counselling offers support and space to work things through. It isn't a medical treatment or a quick fix, and we'll always be honest with you about that.
Book a free 10-minute callFees — no surprises
Every journey can start with a free 10-minute call, so you can see if it feels right before committing to anything.
Registered to accept referrals from Bupa and Aviva. Please check any policy excess with your provider before booking.
What it's like to work together
"Tracy made me feel genuinely listened to from the very first call. I never once felt judged."
"I started to look forward to my sessions. I came away understanding myself far better than before."
"Warm, calm and easy to talk to. She made a daunting step feel completely manageable."
Shared with permission. Everyone's experience of counselling is different.
Common questions
What happens in the free 10-minute call?
It's a relaxed, no-pressure chat by phone. You can say as much or as little as you like. It's simply a chance to see whether you feel comfortable working with me before you commit to anything.
How many sessions will I need?
There's no fixed answer — it depends on you and what you'd like to work on. Some people come for a handful of sessions, others for longer. We'll review how things are going together as we go.
Do you offer sessions in person and online?
Yes. I see people in person in Barnsley and online by video across South Yorkshire and the wider UK, whichever suits you best.
Can I use my health insurance?
I'm registered to accept referrals from Bupa and Aviva. Please check with your provider first for any authorisation needed and whether an excess applies.
Where are you based?
I'm based at the South Yorkshire Physiotherapy Centre on Day Street in Barnsley town centre (S70 1NW) — easy to reach from Penistone, Darfield, Royston and the surrounding areas.
Is what I share in sessions confidential?
Yes — everything discussed is confidential within the limits set out in your counselling agreement. I follow BACP's ethical framework, and will explain any exceptions before we begin.
Do you offer reduced fees?
My standard fees are £70 (individual) and £90 (couples). If cost is a genuine barrier, please mention it when we speak — I have occasional concession spaces.
Taking the first step is the hardest part
Book a free 10-minute call. We'll talk, and you decide what feels right.