Sharon Belshaw , BACP

Sharon Belshaw is a therapist based in the United Kingdom with 15 years of experience working across diverse settings, including GP practices, educational environments, a brain injury centre, corporate organisations, and the third sector. She has developed a focused clinical expertise in trauma, with a particular emphasis on sexual trauma, and has held senior clinical roles prior to her current position as CEO of an organisation that supports people affected by trauma.

Sharon trained in person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and EMDR, and she combines these methods to tailor care to each person’s needs. She maintains a strong commitment to continuing professional development and to using research-informed practices, regularly engaging in CPD to ensure her approach reflects current evidence and best practice. She has been recognised with a Health and Social Care award and has authored an article published in a national journal.

In addition to therapeutic work, Sharon has provided management consultations and coaching for staff on work-related and broader life issues. She is a member of the BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which signifies professional affiliation with the country’s main counselling body. Her approach is warm and engaging, and she adapts to clients’ life demands, including childcare, caregiving responsibilities, and work commitments.

Trauma-Informed and Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Care

Sharon integrates cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR into her online practice to address a wide range of concerns. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviours to improve mood and coping - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday difficulties. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, often used for traumatic or overwhelming experiences.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sharon works collaboratively with each person to identify what will best meet their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and may combine elements from different methods so the work fits the individual and the presenting issues.

Online therapy with Sharon is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for those balancing work, caregiving, or other commitments. Remote sessions can make it easier to access regular appointments and to maintain continuity of care without travel, supporting consistent progress in therapy.