- Thoughts and everyday habits
- Collaborative practical work
- Offers international support
About Shaun
Shaun Underwood is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship strain. He also helps with parenting stress, addictions, grief, trauma and challenges with self-esteem. Shaun aims to provide a calm, respectful space where people can talk about what’s worrying them and begin to find practical ways forward.
He works in a warm, interactive way and draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy. Sessions focus on everyday thoughts and habits and on finding coping strategies that fit each person’s life. Shaun emphasises collaboration - clients set the goals and the pace.
Shaun has four years of experience and is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He offers support to people dealing with issues including anger, bipolar, ADHD, intimacy-related concerns, body image and chronic health challenges.
His practice is adaptable and avoids a one-size-fits-all method. Shaun combines parts of different approaches to build a plan that feels useful to the individual. That can include practical exercises, looking at patterns in thinking, and learning new ways to manage strong emotions.
People can expect straightforward conversations, practical tools and gentle challenge when needed. Shaun accepts international clients and works to help each person move forward in a way that suits their life.
He works in a warm, interactive way and draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy. Sessions focus on everyday thoughts and habits and on finding coping strategies that fit each person’s life. Shaun emphasises collaboration - clients set the goals and the pace.
Shaun has four years of experience and is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. He offers support to people dealing with issues including anger, bipolar, ADHD, intimacy-related concerns, body image and chronic health challenges.
His practice is adaptable and avoids a one-size-fits-all method. Shaun combines parts of different approaches to build a plan that feels useful to the individual. That can include practical exercises, looking at patterns in thinking, and learning new ways to manage strong emotions.
People can expect straightforward conversations, practical tools and gentle challenge when needed. Shaun accepts international clients and works to help each person move forward in a way that suits their life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
BACP · United Kingdom
Languages
English
How these approaches work online and what to expect
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and focus on actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood and for building everyday habits that matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical techniques for changing patterns that keep problems going. Client-Centred Therapy offers a supportive, non-directive space where the person’s concerns lead the conversation and the counsellor reflects and listens closely.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shaun will discuss options and try methods that fit a person’s goals and preferences. That choice is collaborative - it may change over time as new needs arise.
Shaun’s biography notes experience with remote sessions, including video, telephone and live chat, so please confirm which formats are currently offered before booking. Online counselling can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow simpler check-ins during a short break, or let someone choose a no-camera phone call when that feels easier. It also means people who live outside the local area can access the same therapeutic approaches. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists use these ways of working to support practical change and build new daily habits.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shaun help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and parenting issues, grief, trauma, addictions and many related concerns listed in his practice areas.
What is Shaun's therapy style like?
His style is warm and interactive, working collaboratively to find practical tools and new habits. Sessions emphasise everyday thoughts and coping strategies.
How much experience does he have?
Shaun has four years of experience working with a range of issues including trauma, abuse and work-related stress.
What credentials and location are relevant?
He is a member of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is based in the United Kingdom.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Shaun is able to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
His original biography mentions face-to-face and remote work including video, telephone and live chat; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Shaun?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.