Shannon O’Shea, BACP

Shannon O’Shea is a counsellor with six years' experience working in the UK. She holds a BA (Hons) Counselling (Integrative) and is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. Shannon creates a calm space where people can talk about what’s worrying them and take things at their own pace.

Shannon helps people affected by trauma and abuse to process difficult memories and manage intense emotions. She also supports those facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and grief. Practical concerns such as communication problems, workplace stress, and relationship difficulties are part of her work too.

Her approach is integrative, which means she adapts methods to match each person’s needs. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to the client now, finding small steps that help, and building practical coping skills. Shannon aims to walk alongside clients rather than direct them, encouraging personal choice and clarity.

She has experience supporting people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault through community charity work. That work informs how she holds sensitive material, responds to disclosures, and plans careful next steps when needed.

New clients are guided through the first session so they know what to expect. Shannon will listen to immediate concerns, answer questions, and discuss whether regular sessions might help. The emphasis is on safety, respect, and steady progress.

Approaches that shape online work and practical benefits

Shannon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques within an integrative framework. One common approach she draws on focuses on trauma-informed care, which helps people process painful experiences safely and manage overwhelming emotions. This approach is often used for post-traumatic stress, sexual assault, and complex relational harms.

She also uses solution-focused methods that concentrate on small, practical changes and achievable goals. This can help with stress, workplace issues, and improving everyday coping skills. Both approaches aim to be straightforward and action oriented so clients can notice progress between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Shannon collaborates with each person to identify what feels most useful, based on their needs and preferences. She will check in regularly and adjust the methods used as goals shift.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make fitting therapy into a busy life easier by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and offering flexibility around work or childcare. Registered and accredited professionals often find online appointments help people keep continuity of care and stay focused on practical steps between sessions.