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Sharon Shaw, BACP

Compassionate counsellor blending practical therapy and listening

10 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Sharon

Sharon Shaw is a counsellor who blends conversational, person-focused work with practical techniques. She combines evidence-informed methods with a warm, direct style to help people untangle difficult emotions and patterns. Sharon holds BACP registration and has ten years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of problems, including phobias, anxiety and depression.

She aims to create an honest, respectful space where clients can name what feels stuck. Sessions tend to be interactive and down-to-earth.

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Background and approach

Sharon uses everyday language and aims to make therapy feel manageable and clear. Her background includes long-term personal therapy and a master’s level education. She has also written about her own journey and plans to publish work that encourages self-awareness.

That lived experience informs how she thinks about survival responses and repetitive behaviour. Sharon draws on approaches such as attachment-based work, cognitive behavioural ideas and client-centred listening. She adapts the pace and tools to each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.

This can involve practical exercises, reflective conversation or unpacking relationship patterns. Many people come for help with trauma, relationship problems, addictions, grief or parenting strain. Sharon also supports concerns like body image, sexuality questions, ADHD and coping with life changes.

She accepts international clients and runs sessions in English.

Approaches that suit online therapy and everyday life

Sharon uses attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationships shape current reactions; this helps people understand why certain situations trigger fear or withdrawal. She also uses cognitive behavioural techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try practical steps to shift behaviour and mood. Both approaches are helpful for anxiety, phobias, relationship patterns and coping with change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will discuss what feels most useful, try different techniques and adjust based on how a person responds. Goals, preferences and life demands guide which methods are used rather than a fixed plan.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to fit different needs. Video allows face-to-face conversation and visual cues, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging works for brief check-ins or when writing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and travel while still using attachment and CBT-based work.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Sharon help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression and phobias among other issues. Additional areas include relationship difficulties, grief, parenting and body image concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is authentic, warm and interactive with a focus on respectful listening. Sessions mix practical exercises with reflective conversation.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
Sharon has ten years of experience as a psychotherapist and ten years of personal therapy. She has also written about her journey and draws on that experience in her work.
What professional credentials and location are listed?
She is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
In which language are sessions offered and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sharon offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
Languages
English

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