About
Biography
Hello,
I’m Dr. Steph Adam, a retired BACP Accredited Counsellor. I discovered a love of writing after completing my Doctorate. Drawing on both professional expertise and personal insight, I have made it my mission to translate complex topics into practical, accessible self-guides for general readers. My goal is to help readers better understand themselves, the people they care about, and to find solutions to life’s difficult challenges.
My first book, The Dream Interpreters: Which One or None? (2018), empowers readers to explore the meaning of their dreams without relying on simplistic A–Z symbol dictionaries.
I was inspired to write this book after struggling to interpret my clients' dreams, where the dream world feels real during sleep, but, like fiction, appears unreal upon waking. Since researching dream analysis, I’ve become more adept at understanding other people’s dreams, including my own.
My second book, The Effect of Social Media on Adolescents’ Mental Health and Well-Being (2021), was inspired by observing the digital habits of my three grandsons. I noticed how their constant connection to their phones affected how present they were in real life. This book is a practical, compassionate guide for parents and teachers, offering tools to understand and support young people as they navigate the benefits and risks of the online world.
My latest book, currently untitled, is due for release in late 2025, prompted by the arrival of my youngest grandson and the realisation that I didn’t always understand his needs. This book is written for parents and caregivers. It offers valuable insights into recognising and responding to a baby’s emotional and mental cues long before they can speak. Updates for further details of this publication will be featured on my Facebook page.
My counselling journey began later in life. In the 1990s, I left my career in Retail Management and enrolled in a Diploma course at Leeds Metropolitan University. Realising that the Diploma was just the first step, I went on to earn a BSc, MA, and eventually a Doctorate in Counselling.
When I’m not writing, I love going for walks with the family dogs, travelling in the UK and abroad, listening to country music, and enjoying time with family and friends. I unwind by attending concerts. I recently ticked off André Rieu and Bruce Springsteen from my bucket list! I also plan to take swimming lessons and continue dancing using the Margaret Morris Method (not to be confused with Morris Dancing!).
Join me on LinkedIn and Facebook where I regularly post information regarding young people’s mental health, along with news and resources for parents whose babies are under two.
I would like to share with you a thought I've had recently by rewriting my biography:
"Learning something new is a powerful tool. It helps people solve personal challenges to make better informed decisions in the present and future."
Image of Steph by James McHugh