Sharron Wardman-Browne

• Please do note that I offer sessions by Skype and Zoom.  I am not currently seeing clients in person.  

You may be experiencing generalised anxiety, worry, depression or feeling down about what's happening in your life;  perhaps you are going through some problems with relationships or have lost someone close to you.  I am a fully qualified BACP accredited and registered counsellor.  I believe in the uniqueness of each individual and make a wholehearted commitment to help you renew hope, build a robust and positive sense of who you are and take steps towards a more fulfilling life.

How can I help?

My approach is to work collaboratively with you.  You will be met with warmth, compassion and understanding, creating a trusting safe space for you to discuss whatever is troubling you at your own pace, in an environment that is non-judgemental, calm and confidential. Working in partnership we will decide together what you want to work on and I draw upon my experience and training to tailor the therapy to achieve the best outcome for you. As an experienced integrative therapist, I can offer various counselling approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness.

In addition to my qualifications to work with adults, I have a post-graduate qualification to work with children and young people. I believe that all children and young people should have someone to talk to who they do not need to please or protect. I offer a safe place to express fears and concerns and support the young person as they develop coping strategies and new insights to effectively deal with their concerns.   I have experience of working as a counsellor in two schools in Suffolk.

Free Initial Discussion and Fees

• I know that looking for the right therapist can be daunting. I offer an initial 20 minute phone discussion  free of charge. This will help decide how we can work to ensure that you receive the therapy that is best suited to whatever you bring to therapy.  At the end of this initial discussion,  it is completely your choice if you wish to continue.  It is very important that you find the right counsellor for you. I hope that I will be able to work with you, but if I feel that I am not the right person for you, I will refer you to other experienced and trusted colleagues.
• My standard fees per hour are: £40.00 for individuals, £50.00 for couples
• Concessions:  I offer reduced fees for trainee counsellors.

Next Step

• Please contact me by phone or text on 077-070-30113. Alternatively you can contact me via email - sharroncounselling@talktalk.net. 

My Experience

My counselling practice includes working with a range of issues, including  bereavement, relationship difficulties,  anxiety and depression and interpersonal abuse.  I was a volunteer counsellor at Lighthouse Women's Aid for a number of years.   Some of the issues addressed in this agency included low self-esteem, anxiety,  depression, eating disorders, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), living with the impact of  trauma and all forms of current and historical abuse. I hold a level 3 qualification in working with survivors of rape and sexual abuse.

I have experience of counselling in a University Counselling Service, dealing with concerns around loneliness, relationship difficulties, managing stress and anxiety and worries about the future.  I taught on a range of counselling courses at University Campus Suffolk, teaching counselling to qualified practitioner/degree level. 

I currently work as:

-  A NHS counsellor in a local hospital 

-  An Open University Associate Lecturer teaching on a Mental Health and Counselling Module to degree level students

- In private practice

Supervision

I work as a Supervisor with Counsellors, Psychotherapists, Nurses and Trainees, as well as having experience of working with teaching staff and helping professions. My supervisory work is underpinned by encouragement, support and reflective practice and is in accordance with the BACP ethical framework.  Please see my Supervision Profile.

Other areas of counselling I deal with:

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Pre-bereavement

Spirituality - spiritual companionship

Carers

Physical disability (Therapy for the disabled or their carers)

The impact of living with chronic ill-health, or being diagnosed with a condition or disease that has brought you face to face with your mortality. Facing your fears whilst keeping a sense of yourself. I also offer well-being counselling/coaching looking holistically at your life and relationships.

Please do note that I am not offering face to face appointments at the present time.

I try to make my therapeutic work accessible and affordable to all. I offer a free, without obligation initial 20 minute telephone consultation.

Fees

1:1 Therapy Session: £40 per hour

Couple Counselling - £50.00 per hour

Concessions

I charge £35.00 for trainee counsellors.  I also have some reduced cost sessions and operate a sliding scale of fees depending on income level of client. Please do ask.

Cancellation Fee

All sessions are normally subject to a cancellation fee unless 24 hours notice is given.

I undertake regular supervision every month to adhere to BACP requirements and hold professional Indemnity insurance. 

Supervision

I offer supervision to those working with young people and adults. 

My fee is £40.00 per hour for qualified counsellors.

Concessions for student or volunteer counsellors may be available.  Please do contact me to discuss

I practice counselling and psychotherapy in a private, confidential setting in Capel St Mary (IP9). There is ample free car parking available.

I have availability during the daytime and evenings during the week.  I also offer some Saturday appointments.