- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Values-based work
About John
John Mclaughlin is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with six years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and issues around self‑esteem and motivation. Sessions are presented as a place to talk through worries without judgement.
John uses straightforward, practical ways of working. He draws on cognitive behavioural approaches to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy methods are used to clarify values and to support action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear.
Attachment-based ideas help him look at how early relationships affect current closeness and trust. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills are offered when people need tools for managing intense emotions or improving distress tolerance. He also practises client-centred work that keeps the person’s own goals at the centre of each session.
His experience includes help with grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, LGBT issues, ADHD and coping with life changes. He has also worked with concerns such as body image, intimacy-related difficulties, parenting strain and career stress. Practical problem-solving and clearer routines often form part of the plan.
John invites people to start with a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. He accepts international clients and runs sessions in English. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches are used online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and on choosing actions that match what matters most. It can be useful for anxiety, avoidance and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test out different behaviours to reduce distress and build confidence. It is often used for anxiety, low mood and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current closeness and trust, and it can help with intimacy issues and relationship difficulties.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The counsellor will discuss goals, preferences and what feels workable, and will trial methods to find the best fit. That collaborative process helps shape each session so it stays relevant to the person's needs.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, travel and caregiving, or to choose quieter surroundings. Some formats allow shorter check-ins or allow people to avoid being on camera if that helps them engage. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists often use these practical options to help sessions slot into everyday life.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and issues such as self‑esteem, motivation, grief and trauma.
What is his way of working in sessions?
He uses practical, talk-based methods including CBT and ACT ideas alongside client-centred listening and skills from DBT when needed.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with the listed concerns and approaches.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.