Shaun Gordon , BACP
Person-centred counsellor in Colchester
- Person-centred approach
- Experience with OCD
- Bereavement and relationships
About Shaun Gordon
Shaun Gordon is a fully qualified person-centred counsellor based in Colchester in the United Kingdom who works with adults from a wide range of backgrounds and ages. He aims to make the process of reaching out as low-stress as possible, meeting people with genuine warmth and acceptance and offering a supportive and safe space where their concerns can be explored. He works in partnership with clients to pursue the directions and goals they set for therapy and regularly invites feedback so the work can be adjusted to meet expectations.
Shaun has worked across both voluntary and private sectors supporting people with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and obsessive-compulsive disorders. His practice has also included supporting those coping with bereavement, life transitions, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. He brings experience from roles such as Mental Health Worker in a crisis prevention service for West Sussex Mind and his current work with Mid and North East Essex Mind.
Since 2014 Shaun has facilitated Brighton’s OCD, BDD and Hoarding Disorder Support Group, and since 2015 he has collaborated with the SWLSTG NHS Mental Health Trust in the Adult National and Specialist Service for treatment-resistant OCD and BDD, helping design and run recovery groups for hospital in-patients. He describes his approach as shaped by the belief that behind psychological theory are unique people, and that therapeutic work must attend to each person’s individuality.
Shaun holds an FdSc in person-centred counselling from Brighton University - a Foundation Degree in Science focused on counselling practice - and is currently studying for a BSc in the same subject. He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
Shaun has worked across both voluntary and private sectors supporting people with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and obsessive-compulsive disorders. His practice has also included supporting those coping with bereavement, life transitions, relationship and interpersonal difficulties, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. He brings experience from roles such as Mental Health Worker in a crisis prevention service for West Sussex Mind and his current work with Mid and North East Essex Mind.
Since 2014 Shaun has facilitated Brighton’s OCD, BDD and Hoarding Disorder Support Group, and since 2015 he has collaborated with the SWLSTG NHS Mental Health Trust in the Adult National and Specialist Service for treatment-resistant OCD and BDD, helping design and run recovery groups for hospital in-patients. He describes his approach as shaped by the belief that behind psychological theory are unique people, and that therapeutic work must attend to each person’s individuality.
Shaun holds an FdSc in person-centred counselling from Brighton University - a Foundation Degree in Science focused on counselling practice - and is currently studying for a BSc in the same subject. He is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shaun Gordon have?
Shaun Gordon has 3 years of experience.
Is Shaun Gordon a licensed therapist?
Yes. Shaun is a registered member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. No additional license details were provided.
In which languages does Shaun Gordon provide therapy?
Shaun provides therapy in English.
Where is Shaun Gordon located?
Shaun is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Shaun Gordon as my therapist?
Clients can work with Shaun through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shaun Gordon work with international clients?
Shaun does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shaun Gordon cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as 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 is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect with their therapist in the way that feels most comfortable to them - by video call, phone session, live chat or in-app messaging - which often makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.
Therapists who work online are licensed professionals, and clients can change therapists if they would prefer a different fit. This format can offer an accessible route to professional support while preserving the collaborative, evidence-informed approaches used in face-to-face therapy.