Sharon Savage

 BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor | IPT Therapist & Supervisor | Depression, Anxiety & Relationships

Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile.

Perhaps you have been feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or stuck. Maybe something has happened in your life that you are finding difficult to cope with, or you are experiencing difficulties in your relationships. You may have been managing for a long time but have reached a point where you feel you need some support.

Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to work through it alone.

I am an experienced BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with experience of working with adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. As an integrative counsellor, I draw on different therapeutic approaches and tailor my way of working to you as an individual, rather than believing that one approach is right for everyone.

I am also a qualified and accredited Interpersonal Psychotherapist (IPT) and IPT Supervisor, registered with IPTUK, providing clinical IPT supervision to other IPT therapists. I am also a qualified Mindfulness Trainer.

My approach

I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you.

I believe that counselling is something we do together. I won't tell you what you should do or give you a list of answers. Instead, I will listen carefully and work alongside you to understand what is happening, explore what may be contributing to your difficulties and help you identify what you would like to change.

As an integrative counsellor, I can draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on what you need. This allows us to consider not only what you are experiencing now, but also your relationships, experiences and patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that may have developed over time.

Sometimes it can be difficult to understand why we feel the way we do or why we keep finding ourselves in the same patterns. Counselling can help you make sense of your thoughts, feelings, relationships and experiences, and develop a greater understanding of yourself.

My aim is for you to feel heard, understood and supported, while helping you move towards a way of living that feels more manageable and fulfilling.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

I am an accredited Interpersonal Psychotherapist and IPT Supervisor, and offer Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) for depression.

IPT is a structured, evidence-based therapy that looks at the relationship between depression, our relationships and what is happening in our lives. It is usually a 16-session treatment and focuses on specific interpersonal difficulties that may be contributing to, or being affected by, depression.

If you are experiencing depression alongside difficulties in your relationships, bereavement, life changes or conflict, IPT may be particularly helpful.

Alongside my clinical work, I provide clinical IPT supervision  to other qualified IPT therapists, supporting practitioners in developing and maintaining their IPT practice.

My experience

I have worked in a range of settings throughout my therapeutic career, including NHS Talking Therapies, schools, colleges, hospices, voluntary organisations and private practice.

I have experience supporting people with difficulties including:

Depression and low mood
Anxiety and stress
Relationship difficulties
Bereavement and loss
Life changes and transitions
Low self-esteem and confidence
Difficult emotions and coping
Work-related difficulties
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed
I have also consulted on a BBC drama and am a recognised provider for Vitality (formerly PruHealth), AXA PPP Healthcare and Healix.

Online counselling

I offer both short and longer term counselling, depending on your needs and what you would like to achieve from therapy.

I predominantly work remotely via Zoom. Online counselling can make therapy more accessible and convenient, allowing you to attend sessions from a place where you feel comfortable and have privacy. Working remotely also allows me to keep my fees as reasonable as possible.

Taking the first step

I understand that contacting a therapist for the first time can feel daunting. You don't need to have everything worked out before getting in touch.

If you would like to find out whether counselling could be helpful for you, please contact me by email, text or phone. If I am unable to answer your call, please leave a message or send me a text with your number and I will get back to you.

We can have an initial conversation about what has brought you to counselling, what you are hoping for from therapy and whether you feel I might be the right therapist for you.

Acquired Brain Injury and stroke
Low Motivation
Personal Development
Feelings of Failure
Self-sabotage

Sessions for private clients: £60 per 50 minute session
Corporate clients: £90 per 50 minute session
Wellbeing/psychoeducation groups: price on enquiry

Currently I only have availability for appointments on Mondays and Fridays mornings and afternoon.

I take referrals from individuals, Personal Injury Case Managers, Employee Assistance Programmes, Social Services and charities.