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Shelley Mclean, BACP

Shelley Mclean is an integrative counsellor who blends different evidence-based methods to suit each person she meets.

About Shelley

Shelley Mclean is an integrative counsellor who blends different evidence-based methods to suit each person she meets. She draws on three years of practical experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression and parenting concerns. Shelley works in the United Kingdom and offers sessions in English.

Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions focus on what is troubling a person now and on small steps that can ease daily life.

Background and approach

She adapts conversations and techniques to the individual's needs rather than using one fixed method. Shelley has supported people dealing with trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, grief and relationship strain. She also helps those navigating life changes such as separation, career transitions, adoption or end-of-life matters.

Her work includes attention to mood disorders, panic attacks, and challenges linked to attention difficulties. She aims to respond with sensitivity and respect. Therapy can include talking through painful memories, building coping skills, and working on practical strategies for managing emotions and behaviour.

Shelley places emphasis on helping people notice small improvements and build on them. Shelley is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. That registration is noted as part of her professional details.

If someone prefers online work, she offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

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Registration

Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	395495	March 2026

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Sessions and payment

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

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Shelley lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counselling
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Visually impaired

Integrative approaches and online support

Integrative counselling combines several evidence-based techniques into a single plan tailored to the person. This might include structured exercises to manage panic and anxiety, alongside conversational work to process difficult emotions. It suits people who want both practical tools and space to talk about painful experiences. Cognitive-focused techniques help identify unhelpful thoughts and develop clearer, more balanced thinking. These methods are useful for anxiety, low mood and stress because they offer concrete steps to change how a person reacts to situations. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shelley will work collaboratively to test what fits best, reviewing progress and adapting methods to match goals and preferences. Decisions about technique are made together rather than fixed in advance. Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people. Video calls let a conversation feel close to an in-person session while using less travel time. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging suit short check-ins, day-to-day support and people who find typed conversation easier to manage. Registered and accredited professionals, including counsellors like Shelley, use these formats to provide flexible care that fits work, family and other commitments. Online options make it easier to keep continuity of support across changes in location or routine.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Shelley help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression and coping with life changes. Other focus areas include parenting, grief, relationship strain and ADHD-related challenges.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Shelley uses an integrative, evidence-based approach that mixes techniques to match each person. Sessions are practical and aim to build coping skills and clearer thinking.

What experience does she bring?

She has three years of professional counselling experience working with a broad range of concerns. That hands-on work informs how she adapts therapy to individual needs.

What credentials and location are listed?

Shelley is recorded with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and Shelley can work with clients internationally.

Which session formats are available?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.