- Guilt and shame
- Depression support
- Stress management
About Daniel
Daniel Whitelaw is a BACP counsellor practising in the United Kingdom with five years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports those dealing with guilt and shame alongside concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues and divorce.
Daniel focuses on straightforward conversations and practical steps. He customises discussions and plans to the individual rather than using one fixed method. Sessions aim to make difficult topics easier to talk about and to identify small changes that can reduce day-to-day strain.
He has supported people coping with chronic pain, illness or disability, and those facing questions about life purpose or men’s issues. He also works with social anxiety, phobia and post-traumatic stress symptoms when these come up in therapy. His five years of experience includes helping clients build confidence and motivation alongside addressing mood problems.
Daniel presents therapy as a collaborative effort. He listens to what matters most to the person and adjusts the way he works accordingly. That can mean stepping through current problems, looking at relationship patterns, or identifying practical routines to manage stress.
Sessions use clear language and direct aims rather than technical jargon. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled so practical priorities can be agreed.
Evidence-based approaches and how they work online
Daniel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on workable changes. One common approach is straightforward cognitive work, which looks at unhelpful thought patterns and develops different ways of thinking to ease anxiety or shame. This helps when worry or self-criticism keeps repeating and affects daily life.He also uses practical task-focused methods to break problems into small steps. That approach suits stress, low motivation and managing symptoms after trauma by building simple routines and goals. These methods aim to make gradual behavioural changes rather than rely on explanations alone.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Daniel works with each person to decide which approach fits their needs, goals and preferences. He treats this as a collaborative choice and adjusts the way of working over time based on what helps most.
Please confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work or family life, cut travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose audio rather than video if that suits them better, which can reduce the pressure of being on camera.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and depression, and also supports people with guilt and shame.
How does he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He uses direct conversation and practical steps to help people talk through guilt or shame and to identify changes that reduce daily burden.
What is his professional background?
He has five years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is registered with the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him if I live outside the UK?
International clients are not currently accepted and sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking as the biography does not specify formats.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.