- Integrative humanistic approach
- Focus on practical steps
- Supports social anxiety
About Sharon
Sharon Palmer is a BACP-registered counsellor in the United Kingdom with 11 years of practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem struggles and life changes. She also lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
She uses an integrative, humanistic approach and draws on a range of well-known methods in plain, practical ways. In sessions she listens to what matters most and looks for small, achievable steps to reduce overwhelm. Conversations cover feelings, behaviour patterns and ways of coping that get in the way of daily life.
Sharon combines elements from cognitive behavioural ideas and person-centred work with perspectives from Gestalt, psychodynamic thinking and transactional analysis. That mix makes it possible to look at how thoughts, past experiences and current relationships interact. She explains techniques simply and practises them in-session so people can try them between meetings.
Clients can expect straightforward reflection, gentle challenge and tools to manage symptoms such as anxiety or low mood. She also supports people working through family problems, communication difficulties, guilt and issues around abandonment or control.
Sessions also address workplace stress, seasonal affective patterns, finding life purpose and the specific pressures young adults often face. Sharon works in English and does not take international clients. To begin, users follow the site process to match and book a first session.
Approaches used and what online sessions can offer
Sharon works with an integrative mix of approaches so she can adapt to each person’s needs. Cognitive behavioural ideas focus on recognising and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours; these can help with anxiety, phobias and managing day-to-day worries. Person-centred elements emphasise listening and building a collaborative relationship so clients feel heard and can explore what matters to them.Finding the right blend of methods is part of the work. Sharon will discuss which techniques fit best with the client’s goals and preferences, and they will decide together how to proceed. The focus is on practical steps and learning skills that can be used between sessions.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking as the biography does not list specific online options. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit counselling around work or family commitments, reduce travel time and allow quicker check-ins when needed. Some formats need less bandwidth or do not require being on camera, which can help on busy days. Ask about the available session types when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can choose what suits your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, coping with life changes and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses an integrative humanistic approach that mixes listening, reflection and practical techniques to address thoughts and behaviours.
How many years has she been practising?
She has 11 years of experience working as a counsellor in the United Kingdom.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and works in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription 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.