Stewart Kunaka

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief and loss

About Stewart

Stewart Kunaka works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem and depression using evidence-based therapeutic techniques. He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, HCPC, and has 16 years of professional experience.

Stewart believes people know their own story and brings a practical, respectful approach to talking it through. Sessions focus on what is getting in the way now and on building small, manageable steps forward. He aims to help people notice strengths and use them to tackle daily challenges.

People come to him for help with panic attacks, mood difficulties and problems that follow traumatic events. He also works with worries about social anxiety, attachment and control issues. Conversations cover both immediate symptom relief and longer term coping strategies.

Stewart uses clear techniques that link thoughts, feelings and behaviour. He supports work on motivation, self-love and confidence through structured discussion and agreed tasks between sessions. He keeps explanations plain and practical so people can use what they learn outside the room.

Over 16 years Stewart has worked across a range of presenting problems and offers steady, focused sessions. He welcomes questions about how he works and asks people to describe what they need so he can match the approach to their goals. To start, people can use the site's matching process and schedule a first session.

How Stewart uses evidence-based approaches with online sessions

Stewart primarily uses clear, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour. He explains these approaches in plain language and uses practical exercises to help manage symptoms of anxiety, panic and mood problems.

He also works with approaches aimed at processing the effects of trauma and abuse. These involve helping people make sense of distressing memories and building safer, more manageable ways of coping day to day. For issues such as low self-esteem and motivation, he uses structured conversations and goal-focused tasks to rebuild confidence and routine.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the first sessions. Stewart will work collaboratively to identify suitable methods based on the person's current needs, goals and preferences, and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.

Please confirm the exact session formats available before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling into busy days, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find it simpler to arrange appointments around work and family commitments when sessions are remote.

Topics Stewart lists

• Stress and anxiety
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Self-esteem
• Depression
• Attachment issues
• Control issues
• Impulsivity
• Life purpose
• Mood disorders
• Panic disorder and panic attacks
• Post-traumatic stress
• Self-love
• Social anxiety and phobia

Questions about Stewart

Does he work with anxiety?

Yes. He helps people manage anxiety, panic attacks and social anxiety using evidence-based techniques.

What kind of counselling does he offer?

He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on linking thoughts, feelings and behaviour. Sessions include practical discussion and agreed tasks between meetings.

How long has he been practising?

He has 16 years of professional experience working with a range of presenting problems.

Is he registered and where is he based?

He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, HCPC, and practices in the United Kingdom.

What languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people overseas book sessions?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I get started?

Click the Talk to a counsellor online button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.