- ERP and CBT elements
- ACT and compassion-focused
- OCD and social anxiety
About Samuel
Samuel Fawcett is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom. He works with people facing stress, anxiety and relationship or intimacy-related concerns, and lists social anxiety and phobia among his areas of focus.
He came to this work after living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) from a young age. That personal experience shaped his interest in anxiety and compulsive behaviours, and led him to offer support around obsessions, compulsions and related distress. He also helps with attachment issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose and self-love.
Samuel uses elements of exposure and response prevention and cognitive behavioural approaches to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. He also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy and compassion-focused ideas to help people make different choices and notice what matters to them. He is mindful that some people find behavioural methods difficult, and will discuss alternatives.
In sessions he aims to combine practical steps with wider reflection about identity and values. That can mean setting small behavioural experiments alongside talking about relationships and what motivates someone. The focus is on clear, manageable tasks and honest conversation about progress and setbacks.
Sessions are conducted in English from the United Kingdom. Samuel does not work with international clients. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details through the site process.
Approaches used in online sessions
Samuel commonly uses exposure and response prevention and cognitive behavioural techniques to target unhelpful rituals and anxious thinking. These methods involve gradual, planned steps to reduce avoidance and change how someone responds to intrusive thoughts, and they are often helpful for OCD and social anxiety symptoms.He also uses acceptance and commitment therapy, which focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. This approach is aimed at helping people build a life that matters to them rather than trying to eliminate every uncomfortable feeling.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Samuel will discuss options with each person and agree together which methods to try, adjusting based on how someone responds and what feels manageable.
Confirm the specific session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some approaches translate well to remote sessions because exercises and behavioural steps can be planned between meetings and reviewed on the next call.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and works with obsessions, compulsions and social anxiety and phobia.
What style of therapy can I expect?
He combines practical behavioural steps with talking therapies. Expect a mix of exercises and reflective conversation to address thoughts, behaviours and values.
How much experience does he have?
He has three years of professional counselling experience in the United Kingdom.
What are his credentials and location?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients; bookings are for people based in the United Kingdom.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.