Shem Lopez, NCPS

Shem Lopez welcomes people who are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress or relationship strain. He aims to help people reconnect with their values and take small, useful steps towards clearer goals. Shem is straightforward and calm in session and focuses on practical ways to feel steadier day to day.

He uses a blend of approaches chosen to match each person's needs. Sessions look at patterns of thinking, feelings, and behaviour so clients gain more choice in how they respond. That can mean working through trauma and panic, improving intimacy and communication, or addressing issues such as low self esteem and loneliness.

Shem has been in independent practice since 2012 and brings twelve years of experience to his work. His listed credential is NCPS, which he uses alongside a mix of therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy.

In sessions he aims to create a respectful, non-judgemental space where people can speak honestly about what matters to them. The focus is on developing self-awareness and clearer connections with others, rather than quick fixes.

People come for help with many concerns including panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, workplace issues, parenting pressures, and struggles around sexuality or identity. Shem supports people exploring life purpose, dealing with guilt and shame, and managing compassion fatigue.

Before booking, readers should confirm the current session options and scheduling details. The therapist accepts international clients and works in English.

How these approaches work in online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most to them and then take small steps that reflect those values. It is often used for anxiety, stress and decision-related struggles. Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on feelings in close relationships, helping people name emotions and change patterns that harm connection. It can be useful for intimacy and relationship difficulties. The Gottman Method looks at communication and conflict patterns in couples, offering practical skills to improve interactions and reduce repeating arguments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and day-to-day needs and then suggest which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and can be adjusted as progress is reviewed.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by removing travel time or enabling shorter check-ins during a break. Readers should confirm which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists commonly provide online options that support steady work on anxiety, trauma and relationship issues without changing the therapeutic focus.