Stuart McNaughton, BACP, NCPS

Stuart McNaughton helps people facing anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns. He also supports those dealing with addiction, grief, trauma, low self-esteem and stress. People unsure about intimacy, commitment, body image or feelings of emptiness may find focused help here.

Stuart keeps sessions straightforward and conversational. He listens for patterns in relationships and mood, and gently points out things that may be getting in the way. He invites honest reflection and works at a pace the client can manage.

His background includes a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, followed by a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Stuart is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, BACP, and holds NCPS credentials as listed. He has practised for four years and continues professional development.

In sessions Stuart uses approaches that help people connect with their feelings and make practical changes. He draws on attachment-based ideas to look at how early relationships shape current patterns. He also uses client-centred methods to focus on each person’s experience and CBT techniques to address unhelpful thinking.

Stuart accepts clients in English and works with people in the United Kingdom and internationally. He offers flexible online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging. New clients start by completing a short matching questionnaire and arranging sessions that fit their schedule.

Therapeutic approaches for online counselling

Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns affect present connections and emotional reactions. It helps people understand why they respond to others in certain ways and supports shifts toward healthier relating.

Client-centred therapy focuses on the client's experience in the moment. The counsellor listens carefully, reflects what is heard and offers a non-judgemental space to explore feelings and choices.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. It teaches practical techniques to manage anxiety, low mood and stress through clearer thinking and small behavioural changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Stuart will work collaboratively to identify the methods that suit a person’s needs, goals and preferences. He often combines elements from different approaches to match what the client wants to achieve.

Online sessions offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation across distances. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier when you do not want to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging provide brief check-ins or ongoing written support between longer sessions.