- Anxiety and panic
- Simple coping tools
- Compassionate support
About Shelley
Shelley Mclean is a counsellor who uses an integrative approach to support people facing anxiety, stress and panic. She draws on a mix of practical techniques and talking therapy to help people manage symptoms and feel more in control. Shelley writes in plain language and aims to make first steps feel achievable for worried parents and busy adults.
She has three years of professional experience in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration. That experience includes work with trauma and abuse, mild depression, self-esteem concerns and motivation. Shelley adapts sessions to what each person needs and focuses on small, doable changes that fit everyday life.
In sessions she listens for what matters most and then plans short-term goals to make progress. This can include learning ways to cope with panic or anxiety, building confidence, and finding routines that reduce overwhelm. Conversations are paced to suit the person and their situation.
Shelley also supports people dealing with grief, relationship and family stresses, parenting strains and career pressure. Other areas she works with include ADHD-related challenges, attachment issues, and feelings of emptiness or guilt.
Her style is respectful and compassionate, and she encourages people to set the pace. If someone wants to try a different approach later, Shelley will discuss alternatives and adjust the plan together.
Approaches you might use in online sessions
Evidence-based techniques are used in a practical way. One approach focuses on breathing and grounding exercises alongside guided conversation to reduce panic symptoms and help manage sudden anxiety. These exercises teach simple steps to lower immediate arousal and regain a sense of control.A second approach uses structured problem-solving and activity planning to address low mood and stress. This involves breaking problems into small tasks, trying out new routines, and reviewing what helps between sessions to build momentum and improve mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process makes it easier to adjust methods if something does not feel helpful.
Online therapy can make fitting sessions into everyday life easier. It can reduce travel time, allow check-ins during a lunch break, and offer options for shorter or longer meetings depending on the day's demands. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available and how they might fit your routine.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Shelley help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety and panic, as well as trauma and mild depression. Other concerns include self-esteem, grief, parenting and career-related stress.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses an integrative style that mixes practical techniques with talking therapy. Sessions focus on short-term goals and skills that can be used between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working with a range of concerns in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
International clients are accepted, so people outside the UK may be able to arrange sessions.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements, and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.