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Stuart McNaughton, BACP, NCPS

Stuart McNaughton helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship worries, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction and parenting strain.

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About Stuart

Stuart McNaughton helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship worries, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction and parenting strain. He also supports those dealing with self-esteem, stress, sleeping problems, career uncertainty and feelings of emptiness or isolation. His style aims to make talking feel straightforward and grounded.

Stuart uses clear, practical conversation to identify what matters most to each person. He listens for what is missing and gently challenges unspoken assumptions. Sessions focus on small, achievable steps that fit into everyday life rather than abstract theory.

Background and approach

His background includes study in cognitive behavioural approaches and therapeutic counselling. Stuart holds BACP and NCPS credentials and keeps learning through ongoing professional development. He has four years of practice experience working with a broad range of concerns.

Therapy draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape trust and closeness. Stuart also brings client-centred listening that keeps the person’s own goals at the heart of sessions. Cognitive behavioural ideas are used to notice unhelpful thinking and try out different ways of responding.

Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged to suit people living in the United Kingdom or internationally. The work is collaborative - Stuart helps people decide which approaches fit best and adapts as needs change. He aims to make therapy usable and relevant to day-to-day life.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	383372	July 2026
NCPS	NCS22-01444	April 2024

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

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Focus areas and approaches

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How his approaches translate to online therapy

Attachment-based work looks at how patterns of relating form and influence adult relationships. Online sessions can be used to notice these patterns, try different responses and rebuild trust in connection. Client-centred therapy focuses on warm, non-judgemental listening and helping people find their own direction, which adapts well to video or phone conversations. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviours; it often uses clear exercises that suit text, phone or video formats. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Stuart talks with each person about their aims and preferences and chooses methods together. That collaborative process means the plan can change as progress is made or new priorities emerge. Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls are good for face-to-face conversation, while phone sessions need less bandwidth and can be easier when movement or visual focus is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging suit shorter check-ins, reflective writing or people who prefer typing. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel, and to use the kinds of contact that feel most comfortable.

Frequently asked

What issues does this counsellor help with?

He supports a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief and parenting stress.

What is the counselling style like?

Sessions are down-to-earth and focused. Stuart listens closely, reflects what matters and helps set small, practical steps to try between meetings.

What relevant experience does he have?

He has four years of practice working with people through life changes, loss, addiction and emotional difficulties.

What credentials and where is he based?

Stuart holds BACP and NCPS credentials and practices from the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?

International clients are accepted and sessions can be arranged across borders in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.