- CBT and ACT methods
- Attachment-informed work
- Video phone chat
About Shaun
Shaun Underwood is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with four years' experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety and a wide range of related concerns such as depression, relationship difficulties, grief and issues around self-esteem. Shaun also supports people dealing with addictions, trauma, parenting strain and workplace stress, and he accepts clients internationally.
Shaun describes a direct, interactive way of working. Sessions focus on talking through present problems, learning practical coping strategies and trying out small changes between meetings. He mixes several approaches rather than sticking to a single method, and he involves the client in choosing what to use.
He draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and on acceptance and commitment therapy to clarify values and manageable action steps. Attachment-based ideas are used where early relationships affect current trust and closeness. Dialectical behaviour therapy skills may appear when emotion regulation or distress tolerance is needed.
Sessions can include coaching-style work on motivation and goals, practical exercises for sleep or eating problems, and talk-based exploration after bereavement or abuse. Shaun says he aims to help people find tools that suit their everyday life rather than offering one fixed plan.
Shaun offers both in-person and remote sessions, and his practice includes video, telephone and live chat options. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session so they can discuss the best next steps.
How Shaun uses talking therapies online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without getting caught up in them and choose small actions that matter. It can help when anxiety or avoidance are stopping someone from doing things they value.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting thoughts and behaviours that keep problems going and practising alternatives. It is often used for anxiety, sleep and mood problems because it gives clear steps to try between sessions.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the first few meetings. Shaun works collaboratively to agree which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress and needs become clearer.
Shaun offers remote work alongside face-to-face practice; his biography lists video, telephone and live chat as used formats. If you want a specific way to meet, confirm the available options before booking. Remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example a phone call can be a shorter check-in, video can allow visual cues, and live chat can suit someone who prefers typing. Registered or accredited professionals can use these formats to help people practise skills and keep momentum between meetings.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shaun work with?
He works with stress, anxiety and related issues such as depression, relationship difficulties, grief, addictions and self-esteem problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are interactive and practical, focusing on talking through current problems and learning coping strategies together.
How much experience does he have?
Shaun has four years' experience as a counsellor working with a range of concerns including trauma, bereavement and workplace stress.
What credentials and location information apply?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
Yes, he accepts international clients and offers sessions to people outside the United Kingdom.
Which session formats does he use?
Shaun's practice includes in-person work and remote options such as video, telephone and live chat.
How does pricing work?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model 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 schedule a first session.