- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Self esteem work
About Stewart
Stewart Kunaka is registered with the HCPC in the United Kingdom and has 16 years of professional experience. He works with people struggling with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem and depression. Stewart focuses on helping people who feel stuck or overwhelmed and who want practical ways to cope.
He uses straightforward conversation to help clients map out problems and identify strengths that already exist. Sessions tend to centre on what is happening now, what patterns keep repeating, and small changes that make daily life easier. Stewart encourages clients to describe their experience in their own words and to set realistic, short-term goals.
Stewart has supported people dealing with panic attacks, mood difficulties, and questions about life purpose. He also attends to attachment and control issues and problems with impulsivity. His background means he is familiar with grief work and recovery after traumatic events.
In sessions he helps clients practise coping strategies, build confidence, and plan steps to manage stressful situations. He aims for clear, usable ideas people can test between appointments. He respects each person as the expert on their story and works alongside them to explore options.
People who prefer direct guidance and practical techniques may find his style helpful. For anyone thinking of starting, he asks clients to consider one or two small goals to bring to the first meeting.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Stewart works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour, then experiments with small changes to reduce distress and improve mood. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic and mood difficulties. Another approach concentrates on processing responses after traumatic events and reducing symptoms that get in the way of daily life. It supports people coping with trauma, abuse and post-traumatic stress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stewart discusses different methods with each person and together they decide which fits the person's goals and preferences. He uses a collaborative process to set short-term aims and review what helps over several sessions.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, avoid travel, or choose a quieter moment without needing to be on camera. Registered or accredited professionals generally adapt techniques so practical tools and coping plans can be used between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem and depression, plus related areas such as panic attacks and social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapeutic style?
Sessions are practical and conversational, focusing on current problems, patterns and small steps to improve daily coping.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional work experience in the United Kingdom.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the HCPC and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin and schedule a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.