Stephen Mclaughlin, BACP
Stephen Mclaughlin is a psychotherapeutic counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and issues related to LGBT identity.
- Stress & Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
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About Stephen
Stephen Mclaughlin is a psychotherapeutic counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and issues related to LGBT identity. He works in a calm, non-judgemental way and pays attention to the stories people tell about themselves. Stephen has five years of independent practice experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Stephen offers short conversations that focus on what is happening now and why it matters to the person in front of him.
Background and approach
He listens for patterns - such as attachment or control issues - and helps people spot unhelpful thinking or behaviour. Sessions are practical and grounded, with space to reflect and try new ways of responding. He supports people dealing with panic, social anxiety, low mood, self-harm urges, and the after-effects of abuse or traumatic events.
He also works with issues like abandonment, guilt and shame, and challenges linked to autism or Asperger syndrome. His approach suits people wanting to understand themselves better and change how they relate to others. Stephen draws on person‑centred ideas and transactional analysis in his work, using them to map patterns and build greater emotional awareness.
He aims to help people gain clearer choices about relationships and self‑care. Conversations are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. People who prefer online or remote sessions can connect by video, phone, live chat or text messaging.
New clients start by completing a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 384512 | November 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Stephen works with
Everything Stephen lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- Control issues
- Family problems
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Online support
He also works with concepts from transactional analysis to identify recurring patterns in thinking and behaviour. That work helps people see how past experiences shape current reactions and offers clear options for changing unhelpful patterns.
Choosing the right way of working is part of the process. Stephen will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and together they will decide which ideas and techniques to try. The aim is a collaborative plan that fits the person’s needs and pace.
Online therapy here is offered by registered or accredited professionals and uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text messaging. Video calls allow face‑to‑face conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be useful when bandwidth is limited, live chat works well for short check‑ins, and text‑based messaging suits people who prefer writing. These options can make therapy easier to fit around work, study and family life.
Frequently asked
What concerns does Stephen help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and LGBT issues, along with related areas such as panic, self-harm and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is calm and collaborative, emphasising listening and helping people spot patterns in their thinking and relationships.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has five years working in independent practice supporting people with mood, trauma and relational difficulties.
What professional credentials and region are listed?
He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and works from the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported and can internationals join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be held by video call, by phone, via live chat, or through text‑based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
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