Sharon Belshaw , BACP

Sharon Belshaw is a United Kingdom based therapist with 15 years of professional experience, having worked in GP practices, educational settings, a brain injury centre, corporate environments and the third sector. She specialises in trauma, with a particular focus on sexual trauma, and combines hands-on clinical practice with senior leadership experience as a former Clinical Lead and current CEO of an organisation.

Sharon trained in person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). She holds membership of the BACP, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and keeps her practice informed by research and ongoing continuing professional development. Her therapeutic style is described as warm and engaging, and she adapts sessions to the practical demands of clients’ lives such as childcare, caring responsibilities and work commitments.

In addition to individual therapy, Sharon has provided management consultations and coaching for staff on work-related and broader life issues. Her work has been recognised with a Health and Social Care award and an article published in a national journal, reflecting a commitment to evidence-informed practice and to supporting people through complex challenges.

Trauma-informed approaches and online care

Sharon integrates well-established therapeutic methods into her online practice to address a range of concerns. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavioural patterns, and is commonly used for anxiety, depression and stress-related difficulties. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured approach to processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional intensity, often used for trauma and abuse-related issues. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding the impact of traumatic experiences and developing coping strategies to restore daily functioning and emotional balance.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sharon works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals and preferences. She draws on assessment, client feedback and ongoing discussion to shape the plan of care.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people juggling work, family or caregiving responsibilities. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while maintaining consistent support and progress.