Shaun Underwood, BACP
Warm, integrative counsellor for life changes
- Client-centered care
- Practical coping tools
- Remote session options
About Shaun Underwood
Shaun Underwood is a qualified, licensed counsellor based in the United Kingdom who offers therapy to clients worldwide. He holds BACP membership, indicating association with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings a welcoming, interactive manner to his work.
Shaun has supported people with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career-related stress, motivation problems, addictions, abuse, bereavement, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma. He approaches each person as an individual and adapts methods to fit the specific situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
His practice is integrative and rooted in a client-centered philosophy, combining empathy, respect, sensitivity, and compassion with practical tools and coping strategies. Shaun collaborates with clients to identify goals and discovers approaches that feel manageable and relevant for each person’s life.
He offers both face-to-face and remote options, including video, telephone, and live chat, and encourages prospective clients to review his schedule and choose a time that suits them. Shaun welcomes contact from anyone ready to take a step toward change and is prepared to support that first move.
Shaun has supported people with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career-related stress, motivation problems, addictions, abuse, bereavement, and the effects of physical or emotional trauma. He approaches each person as an individual and adapts methods to fit the specific situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.
His practice is integrative and rooted in a client-centered philosophy, combining empathy, respect, sensitivity, and compassion with practical tools and coping strategies. Shaun collaborates with clients to identify goals and discovers approaches that feel manageable and relevant for each person’s life.
He offers both face-to-face and remote options, including video, telephone, and live chat, and encourages prospective clients to review his schedule and choose a time that suits them. Shaun welcomes contact from anyone ready to take a step toward change and is prepared to support that first move.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shaun Underwood have?
Shaun Underwood has 4 years of experience providing counselling and therapeutic support.
Is Shaun Underwood a registered therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP, indicating membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Shaun Underwood provide therapy?
Shaun provides therapy in English.
Where is Shaun Underwood located?
Shaun is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shaun Underwood as my therapist?
You can work with Shaun Underwood through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shaun Underwood work with international clients?
Yes, Shaun Underwood works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shaun Underwood cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and accessible online support
Shaun draws on client-centered therapy to place each person’s experience at the heart of the work - this approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaborating with clients to discover their own solutions, and it can be helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and adjustment to life changes.
He also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learning practical skills to change them; CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with day-to-day challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is another approach Shaun may integrate - ACT encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without avoidance while clarifying personal values and committed action, which can support clients dealing with anxiety, motivation, or life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shaun works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Registered professionals adapt techniques rather than insisting on a single method, so clients and therapist can explore what fits.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to access consistent support from different locations, to fit sessions around work or family commitments, and to continue care when in-person meetings are not possible. These formats allow Shaun to offer continuity of care and flexible scheduling to meet diverse needs.