Sharon Boyd

Sharon Boyd is a counsellor who uses person-centred care alongside practical therapies to help people regain calm and direction. She combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and attachment-focused work to address stress, anxiety, grief and trauma. Sharon has 13 years of professional experience and holds BACP and NCPS credentials.

Sharon aims for straightforward sessions where people can talk about what matters most. She listens first, then works with each person to set simple, achievable goals. Conversations focus on real-life steps that fit daily routines, not on jargon or long tests.

Her background includes supporting people facing LGBT-related concerns and those coping after abuse or loss. Sharon also works with people dealing with attachment difficulties, identity questions, body image worries and complex mood or dissociation issues. She tailors approaches to each situation rather than relying on a single method.

Sessions typically blend acceptance-based tools with thinking strategies and skills training. That mix helps with managing strong emotions, shifting unhelpful thoughts and building clearer personal boundaries. The practical focus is on what people can try between sessions.

Sharon’s practice is grounded in respect and sensitivity. She frames therapy as a collaborative process and encourages small changes that add up over time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then arrange sessions that suit their schedule.

How her approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect their values. It can help with anxiety, stress and decisions about relationships and life direction. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and offers practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, low mood and coping with challenging situations. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationship patterns and aims to build more secure ways of relating to others, which can be useful for attachment issues and relationship distress.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will work with each person to identify goals, try methods and adjust the plan based on what helps. The aim is to find a combination that fits the client’s needs, preferences and everyday life.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm available options when you book. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family commitments or travel. They also allow shorter check-ins when needed and remove travel time, helping people maintain momentum between appointments. Registered or accredited professionals can help adapt exercises and homework to work well in remote sessions.