Shaun Gordon , BACP
Person-centred counsellor for adults facing change
- Depression and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Relationship and intimacy
About Shaun Gordon
Shaun Gordon is a person-centred counsellor based in Colchester, United Kingdom, who works with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and life stages. He aims to make reaching out for support as straightforward and stress free as possible, offering genuine warmth and acceptance while working alongside clients to pursue the directions and goals they set for therapy. Shaun prioritises collaboration and regularly invites feedback so the therapeutic work can be tailored to each person's expectations and needs.
He has experience across voluntary and private sectors, supporting people with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and obsessive compulsive disorders, as well as those facing bereavement, major life transitions, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Shaun has worked in crisis prevention with West Sussex Mind and currently brings his skills to Mid and North East Essex Mind. Since 2014 he has facilitated Brighton’s OCD, BDD and Hoarding Disorder support group, and from 2015 he has worked with the SWLSTG NHS Mental Health Trust designing and running recovery groups for hospital in-patients within the Adult National and Specialist Service for treatment resistant OCD and BDD.
He holds an FdSc in person-centred counselling from Brighton University and is currently studying for a BSc in the same subject. Shaun is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. He is passionate about mental health provision and recovery and has spoken about these topics in the media and at conferences, including work with Public Health England for Every Mind Matters.
He has experience across voluntary and private sectors, supporting people with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and obsessive compulsive disorders, as well as those facing bereavement, major life transitions, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Shaun has worked in crisis prevention with West Sussex Mind and currently brings his skills to Mid and North East Essex Mind. Since 2014 he has facilitated Brighton’s OCD, BDD and Hoarding Disorder support group, and from 2015 he has worked with the SWLSTG NHS Mental Health Trust designing and running recovery groups for hospital in-patients within the Adult National and Specialist Service for treatment resistant OCD and BDD.
He holds an FdSc in person-centred counselling from Brighton University and is currently studying for a BSc in the same subject. Shaun is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK. He is passionate about mental health provision and recovery and has spoken about these topics in the media and at conferences, including work with Public Health England for Every Mind Matters.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shaun Gordon have?
Shaun Gordon has three years of experience delivering counselling and mental health support.
Is Shaun Gordon a registered therapist?
Yes. Shaun is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
In which languages does Shaun Gordon provide therapy?
Shaun provides therapy in English.
Where is Shaun Gordon located?
Shaun is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shaun Gordon as my therapist?
Clients can work with Shaun through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shaun Gordon work with international clients?
Shaun does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shaun Gordon cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Shaun's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and plan details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button, complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Shaun, and then schedule your first session depending on availability. Sessions may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Person-Centred and Trauma-Informed Online Support
Shaun uses client-centred therapy to create a respectful, empathic space where clients lead the pace and focus of the work. This approach helps people explore their values and goals and is often helpful for relationship issues, life transitions and self-esteem concerns.He also integrates mindfulness therapy, which teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and manage stress. Mindfulness can support people coping with anxiety, low mood and ongoing tension.
For those affected by overwhelming events, Shaun draws on trauma-focused approaches that attend to how past experiences affect current thoughts, emotions and relationships. These methods aim to help clients process difficult material at a pace that feels manageable.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shaun works collaboratively with each person to identify what methods fit best with their needs, goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy with Shaun is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions without travel and allow clients to continue therapy in ways that suit their daily life.