Stuart McNaughton

• LGBT issues
• CBT methods
• Attachment work

About Stuart

Stuart McNaughton helps people dealing with relationship strain, self-esteem problems, stress and anxiety, addiction and grief. He uses self-exploration and reflective conversation to notice what is missing and to challenge what is not being said, so clients can move toward clearer goals. Stuart is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and has four years' experience.

He works from a set of established therapeutic approaches. Stuart trained first in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, then completed a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. He also uses attachment-based ideas and client-centred ways of working to look at patterns in relationships and attachments.

Sessions are practical and conversational. He listens to the presenting problem, helps identify unhelpful patterns, and offers strategies to change them. He can address issues such as intimacy-related difficulties, parenting concerns, career stress and sleeping problems as part of this work.

Stuart also supports people coping with trauma, addiction, feelings of emptiness, and complex emotional responses like guilt, shame or anger. He works with clients on topics including body image, commitment and jealousy, as well as the effects of isolation or bereavement.

He combines cognitive tools with reflective exploration of meaning and personal history. That combination aims to give both short-term ways to manage symptoms and longer-term insight into recurring patterns.

How Stuart uses different approaches in online sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships and how early bonds affect current relationships; it can help with issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties and intimacy-related problems. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a conversational style where the counsellor listens closely and supports the client's own pace of reflection; this suits people who want space to make sense of feelings and regain direction. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) works with thoughts, behaviours and practical strategies to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, low mood and sleep disturbance, offering tools to manage immediate problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Stuart will discuss the options with each client and agree a way of working that matches their needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative decision, and methods can be combined or adjusted over time.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work and family life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats may be better for lower bandwidth or for people who prefer not to be on camera; discuss practical arrangements when scheduling to find what fits best.

Topics Stuart lists

• LGBT
• Relationship issues
• Family conflicts
• Parenting issues
• Self-esteem
• Stress and anxiety
• Addictions
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Intimacy-related issues
• Sleeping disorders
• Anger management
• Career difficulties
• Depression
• Coping with life changes
• Coaching
• Compassion fatigue
• Abandonment
• Attachment issues
• Avoidant personality
• Body image
• Commitment issues
• Dissociation
• Drug and alcohol addiction
• Emptiness
• Family problems
• Guilt and shame
• Hearing impaired
• HIV and AIDS
• Infidelity
• Isolation and loneliness
• Jealousy
• Life purpose
• Midlife crisis
• Money and financial issues
• Multicultural concerns
• Narcissism
• Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
• Phobias
• Prejudice and discrimination
• Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Self-love
• Sex addiction
• Sexuality
• Social anxiety and phobia
• Visually impaired
• Young adult issues

Ways of working

• Attachment-Based Therapy
• Client-Centred Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Existential Therapy
• Jungian Therapy
• Mindfulness Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychodynamic Therapy

Questions about Stuart

Does he work with anxiety and stress?

Yes. He uses cognitive behavioural techniques and reflective conversation to help people manage anxiety and stress.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He practises client-centred counselling combined with CBT and attachment-based ideas, aiming for practical strategies and exploration of relationship patterns.

How much experience does he have?

He has four years' experience working in counselling and psychotherapy.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and holds NCPS; he practises from the United Kingdom.

Can I work with him if I live abroad?

Yes. He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.

What session formats does he offer?

Please confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I start working with him?

Select the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.