- Integrative approach
- Trauma and grief
- Workplace wellbeing
About Shannon
Shannon O’Shea is a counsellor with six years' experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and bereavement. She holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling (Integrative) and is a BACP member. Shannon offers a steady, non-judgemental presence so people can speak openly about what is worrying them.
She works with people affected by abuse or traumatic events to process difficult memories and manage strong emotions. Shannon also helps with low self-esteem, depression, grief and common workplace pressures. Her work often looks at how past relationships affect present patterns and choices.
Shannon describes her way of working as integrative, which means she adapts methods to each person rather than using one fixed model. Sessions focus on what matters to the client and on practical steps they can try between meetings. She aims to help people find clearer thinking, greater self-compassion and more dependable ways of coping.
In addition to private practice, Shannon contributes time to a community charity supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse and sexual violence. This experience informs her understanding of trauma and survivor needs without replacing individual assessment in sessions.
Many people feel nervous before their first meeting. Shannon guides new clients through the initial process, answers questions, and plans next steps at a pace that suits the individual.
How evidence-based approaches are used in online therapy
Shannon uses an integrative approach that draws on evidence-based techniques to meet each person's needs. One common strand is trauma-informed work, which involves pacing conversations carefully, helping people name and tolerate strong feelings, and supporting steps towards feeling more in control. This approach can help with post-traumatic stress, sexual assault, domestic violence aftermath and other trauma-related difficulties.Another frequent element is solution-focused practice, which looks at small, concrete changes that can ease day-to-day problems. This method helps with stress, workplace issues and finding practical ways to manage anxiety or low mood by trying short experiments between sessions.
Finding the right way forward is typically a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences and what feels helpful, then choose or adjust techniques together as therapy progresses.
If you are considering online work, check the available session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Many people value online appointments because they can fit sessions around work or family life, avoid travel time and make it easier to keep to a regular schedule. Online meetings can also make shorter check-ins possible when needed, helping therapy slot into a busy week.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can I bring to sessions?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem and depression, plus related issues such as workplace problems and relationship difficulties.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Her style is integrative and adaptable, meaning she uses different evidence-based techniques to suit each person and focuses on practical steps alongside emotional processing.
What background and experience does she have?
She has six years' experience working as a counsellor and has provided support in both private practice and a community charity for women affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling (Integrative) and is a BACP member based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this counsellor?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.