About Simon
Hi, I’m Simon Lyons.
My story is one of successes and setbacks. I’m fortunate in having had success in sales plus 20 years’ experience in self-employment. I think it’s fair to say that I’m familiar with the highs and lows of life, having acquired some of the less appealing “t-shirts” as well the great ones.
Extensive travel, home and a family lifestyle were the paybacks for the risks, long hours and responsibility however there’s always a price to pay. The associated stress and anxiety were costly and the portentous life-long reach of depression often had a heavy hand on my shoulder. Nevertheless, my life was blessed with beautiful children and the unparalleled joy they brought was life affirming and I was complete, at that point.
Aside from my professional qualifications, I am qualified also with the experience of loss and grief and its corrosive effect on confidence, identity and self-esteem. Additionally, the loss of a loved one, a stalled career and empty nest syndrome all ensured that I fell into a place of being lost, stuck and absolutely broken… so I can attest to the fact that we can return to being whole and happy again!
Alcohol throughout was an easy and reliable friend, used to numb the relentless mundanities and stresses of the days. However, that brought along its own pernicious set of problems and only exacerbated the anxiety of it all. Once I finally understood that certain feelings triggered the perceived relief of alcohol then its appeal dissipated. This has now proved to be of invaluable experience when working with others in that soul destroying space.
It was in these emotionally austere times that I immersed myself into voluntary work and was happily lost in the pursuit of helping others rather than being consumed by my own problems. It was fortuitous that a kind stroke of fate enabled me to discover the world of counselling in the helping community and I that found my calling. Passionately I invested the next four years of my life studying Therapeutic Counselling at The Manchester College. It was here that I found purpose, reward and vocation… I found me.
So, you know my story, I can actually say that the darkest periods are what brought me into the light of counselling and I can see why I had to go through these times. On reflection, thankfully, I turned it all around and got something out of it and I now understand the path I had to take and why.
If any of this resonates with you then you know I`ll understand something about the space you’re in at the moment. I can help facilitate you to a better place, to be okay with yourself and have the confidence to strive towards what you’re looking for.
I would love to hear from you, so we can start you on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.
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