Sharon Gurr, BACP

Sharon Gurr is an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings five years of practice helping people navigate difficult life moments. She supports individuals who are working to understand themselves, make sense of past experiences, and move toward clearer goals for the future.

Warm, creative, and attentive, Sharon offers a calm space for reflection as well as practical strategies for change. Her integrative approach draws on methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, selected to suit each person’s needs. She also incorporates creative techniques when helpful to access and work with parts of the self that can feel overwhelming.

Sharon has experience addressing a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, addictions, parenting challenges, sleep and eating issues, and career transitions. She is committed to supporting clients to build self-efficacy and to find practical, sustainable ways to cope and grow. If someone is ready to begin a process of change, Sharon welcomes contact to explore next steps together.

Approaches and benefits of online therapeutic support

Sharon uses approaches that translate well to online work and that help people address both thoughts and relationships. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying personal values and building flexible ways of responding to difficult thoughts and feelings - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and motivation issues. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current patterns of connection and trust, making it useful for relationship difficulties, attachment issues, and trauma-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, non-directive space where the therapist follows the client’s pace and priorities, supporting self-discovery and personal growth.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will work with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and may blend techniques over time to best support progress. This decision is revisited as therapy unfolds to ensure the best possible fit.

Online therapy with Sharon is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to arrange appointments around work, family, or travel. These options offer flexibility and accessibility, allowing people to engage with registered professionals and therapists from wherever they are located.