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Stephen Buck

Stephen Buck, BACP

United Kingdom 15 years in practice

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BACP counsellor - stress and relationships

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  • Client-Centred Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
  • Mindfulness approaches

About Stephen

BACP counsellor and psychotherapist, 15 years' experience. Stephen Buck helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, depression, addiction concerns, grief, and sexual health topics including BDSM and kink. He also supports people dealing with parenting, career decisions, eating and sleeping problems, ADHD, and gender dysphoria.

Stephen works in a direct, conversational way. He draws on Client-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), existential ideas, mindfulness and motivational interviewing. Sessions focus on what is happening now, practical ways to cope, and clearer thinking about next steps.

He offers both short-term and longer-term work depending on what someone needs. Meetings are collaborative: the person and Stephen set priorities together and review progress as they go. He also brings experience advising organisations on mental health and workplace coaching.

Stephen describes his approach as adaptable and respectful. He aims to be straightforward in session and to adjust the style of sessions to suit each person’s concerns. That can mean focused problem-solving, reflective exploration, or learning new habits to manage mood and anxiety.

People come to him with a wide range of issues, from acute stress and trauma to ongoing relationship or identity questions. He works in English and accepts international clients. Before booking, confirm the current session formats offered and how they fit your schedule.

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How his approaches shape online work

Client-Centred Therapy centres on listening and responding to what the person brings. It helps when someone needs a respectful, non-directive space to talk through feelings and relationships.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behaviour. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and problems such as sleeping or eating where practical strategies and exercises can reduce distress.

Mindfulness-based ideas teach ways to notice thoughts and body sensations without getting carried away by them. These techniques often support coping with stress, intrusive memories, and strong emotions.

Choosing an approach is a shared process. Stephen will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That choice can change over time as the work progresses.

Confirm the formats offered before booking as they are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists, use similar tools in online sessions to help people learn new skills and address practical concerns.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoaching

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Listed in

United Kingdom

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he support?

He supports stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy and sexual health questions, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career matters, ADHD and related concerns.

How does he work in session?

Sessions are collaborative and conversational. He combines client-centred listening with practical tools from CBT, mindfulness and motivational interviewing.

How long has he practised?

He has 15 years of professional experience in counselling and psychotherapy.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He holds BACP accreditation and practises in the United Kingdom.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified here. Please confirm the current session options directly before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions are arranged through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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