Debbie Sharp

Training, qualifications & experience

In April 2015 I gained my Senior Accreditation qualification having now worked with clients for over 16 years.
I trained at the University of East London and have a Post Graduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Integrative).
I am a BACP Accredited counsellor.
I have also trained as a Couples Counsellor.
I was trained in four different theoretical models and approaches, which enables me to work with your unique and individual needs. I work therapeutically in a humanistic way which ensures my work is devoid of any religious influences or pre-disposed beliefs.
I have worked with victims of crime, abuse, rape and sexual assault and domestic violence.
In 2010 I obtained further qualifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to an advanced level.

In 2015/16 I gained further qualifications in Mindfulness, through the British Institute of Mindfulness  and previously I gained further training in Sleep Issues and Insomnia which can be integrated into your personal therapy.

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Counselling can be as much about your own personal development as well as dealing with those unconscious issues that may plague you.
Through counselling I will help support you over your hurdles to obtain a better quality of life and peace of mind.
I can help you working through any sleep issues and concerns you may have and I can also use Mindfulness based techniques if these would seem helpful.
We can explore many ways to help you cope better with life in general.

Further information

I can help you deal with anxiety and panic, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, panic attacks, bereavement, anger management, eating disorders, relationship problems, post-addiction, post-traumatic stress, and mild forms of depression.
Having further training and qualifications in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) enables me to work with further skills in aiding your professional development as well as dealing with problems that are occurring and getting in the way of your day to day life and relationships. Though I mainly work using integrative models to ensure the therapy supports your individual needs.
I am very happy to speak with you in advance during a short telephone call if you would like further information or to ask more questions.
June 2016 - I have more recently undertaking further training in the field of Mindfulness, so I can help you if you would like to gain more focus, relaxation or just de-stress.  I am also competent in dealing with issues around sleep and insomnia.