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Stuart McNaughton, BACP, NCPS

Guiding self-exploration toward meaningful change
  • Diploma in CBT
  • Client centered approach
  • Member of BACP

About Stuart McNaughton

Stuart McNaughton invites people to pause and accept that it is okay not to feel okay, encouraging reflection without guilt or self-reproach. He challenges the idea that looking inward is indulgent and guides clients to consider why desire for change might feel off-limits. Through thoughtful exploration he supports people in uncovering who they truly are and in making changes that align with their values and needs.

In sessions he pays attention to what feels missing and to what remains unspoken, offering timely questions and observations to help clients move toward the life they want. Stuart’s training began with a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and continued with a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, and he maintains ongoing professional development to broaden his skills and clinical perspective. He is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and is currently working towards accreditation with the BACP, and he also holds NCPS credentials.

For those who feel hesitant to reach out, Stuart provides a steady, curious presence and invites clients to consider the practical question he often offers: "What is stopping me?" That question becomes a starting point for focused work and gradual change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCommitment issuesDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stuart McNaughton have?

Stuart McNaughton has 4 years of experience.

Is Stuart McNaughton a licensed therapist?

Yes. Stuart McNaughton holds these credentials: BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) and NCPS.

In which languages does Stuart McNaughton provide therapy?

Stuart McNaughton provides therapy in English.

Where is Stuart McNaughton located?

Stuart McNaughton is located in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Stuart McNaughton as my therapist?

Clients can work with Stuart McNaughton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Stuart McNaughton work with international clients?

Yes. Stuart McNaughton works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stuart McNaughton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Therapy



Stuart commonly draws on Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in his work. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns in connection and trust; it can help people understand difficulties with closeness, abandonment fears, and relationship patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, non-directive stance in which the client’s experience leads the work; it supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and personal growth by valuing the client’s perspective. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and offers practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, low mood, stress, and unhelpful thinking.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Stuart works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time as the relationship and work evolve.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals and therapists through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to arrange sessions around work, family, or other commitments and to continue work across distances, while preserving the conversational and practical elements of face-to-face counselling.

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