Sean Wallis, BACP
Integrative therapist for attachment and trauma
- Attachment-focused care
- Client-centered approach
- Flexible online sessions
About Sean Wallis
Sean Wallis is an integrative therapist with five years of professional experience, combining theoretical training and practical work to support people through a wide range of life challenges. He draws on a strong relationship-based approach that prioritises trust and empathy, believing that a collaborative therapeutic connection is central to meaningful change.
His formal training includes four years of integrative therapy study, covering person-centred practices, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic ideas. This varied foundation allows Sean to tailor sessions to each client, selecting methods that feel most helpful for the individual's situation rather than following a single model. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which reflects his commitment to professional standards in practice.
Sean has worked in diverse settings such as therapeutic children’s homes, specialist provision schools, a local college, and a suicide prevention charity. These experiences shaped a responsive and relational style of working and contribute to his comfort with complex issues. He also supports and trains others entering the therapeutic field, sharing practical skills and reflective practice.
Much of Sean’s clinical focus is attuned to attachment and trauma, and he is experienced in supporting concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, grief, parenting, self-esteem, and other life transitions. To help people feel more at ease about starting therapy, he offers an optional shorter initial check-in session to explore fit and expectations. Early sessions typically focus on building a collaborative foundation and moving at each client’s preferred pace, with interventions chosen to honour the uniqueness of each person’s story.
His formal training includes four years of integrative therapy study, covering person-centred practices, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic ideas. This varied foundation allows Sean to tailor sessions to each client, selecting methods that feel most helpful for the individual's situation rather than following a single model. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which reflects his commitment to professional standards in practice.
Sean has worked in diverse settings such as therapeutic children’s homes, specialist provision schools, a local college, and a suicide prevention charity. These experiences shaped a responsive and relational style of working and contribute to his comfort with complex issues. He also supports and trains others entering the therapeutic field, sharing practical skills and reflective practice.
Much of Sean’s clinical focus is attuned to attachment and trauma, and he is experienced in supporting concerns including stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, grief, parenting, self-esteem, and other life transitions. To help people feel more at ease about starting therapy, he offers an optional shorter initial check-in session to explore fit and expectations. Early sessions typically focus on building a collaborative foundation and moving at each client’s preferred pace, with interventions chosen to honour the uniqueness of each person’s story.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sean Wallis have?
Sean Wallis has 5 years of clinical experience.
Is Sean Wallis a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds BACP membership - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Sean Wallis provide therapy?
Sean provides therapy in English.
Where is Sean Wallis located?
Sean is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sean Wallis as my therapist?
Clients can work with Sean through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sean Wallis work with international clients?
Sean Wallis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sean Wallis cost?
The cost of therapy 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 quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match a client with a 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Sean integrates several evidence-informed approaches to suit different needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of connection and care that develop in relationships; it helps people explore how early bonds shape feelings of safety, trust, and intimacy and is often useful for relationship difficulties and trauma-related concerns.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasises a non-directive, empathic stance where the therapist offers acceptance and reflective listening. This approach supports self-exploration, building self-worth, and finding personal meaning during life transitions or when coping with stress and low mood.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, offering practical techniques to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. It is commonly used alongside relational work when clients want structured ways to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sean works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and presenting concerns, adapting the work over time in response to progress and new priorities.
Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to attend sessions from different locations and at varied times. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to maintain continuity of care, accommodate busy schedules, and provide ongoing support in ways that suit each person’s life.