Shaun Leworthy, BACP

Shaun Leworthy is a BACP-accredited counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 12 years of professional experience. As an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), he has worked extensively with people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, LGBT-related concerns, anger, and self-esteem struggles.

Over more than a decade Shaun has developed a practical, person-centred approach that recognises each individual as the expert in their own story. He draws on a range of therapeutic methods to help clients manage stress, process past hurts, and navigate life changes. His work also extends to young adult issues, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress, offering focused support for those specific challenges.

Shaun frames therapy as a collaborative process that honours strengths and builds skills for meaningful change. He acknowledges the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling life and aims to support and empower people as they take the first steps toward that change. Shaun offers compassionate, goal-oriented care to help clients move forward at a pace that feels right for them.

Therapeutic approaches and the convenience of online care

Shaun frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns and develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. He also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) when working with trauma - this approach helps people process distressing memories in a structured way to reduce their emotional intensity. Mindfulness Therapy is another tool Shaun offers; it teaches present-moment awareness techniques that can reduce rumination and improve emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and Shaun works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. He combines clinical methods with the client's lived experience to shape a plan that feels manageable and relevant.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care around work, family, and other commitments. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and allow clients to engage with licensed professionals from familiar environments, supporting continuity of care and practical access to therapy.