Sharon Lees
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About me
If you have found yourself here, I am guessing you will be looking at making a change in your life. I'm a dedicated psychotherapeutic counsellor and hypnotherapist deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey towards healing and empowerment. With a holistic approach that integrates various modalities, I specialize in supporting clients dealing with anxiety, trauma, and a range of emotional challenges. I work with adults, children and young people.
About Me: I bring years of experience and a genuine passion for helping others to my practice. My journey in the field of psychotherapy and hypnotherapy has been enriched by a commitment to continuous learning and personal growth. I believe in the inherent resilience of each individual and the transformative power of therapeutic connection.
My Approach: In my practice, I embrace a holistic approach to healing, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. Drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic techniques, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Whether it's traditional talk therapy, hypnotherapy, or somatic work, I create a safe and supportive space for exploration and healing.
Specialist areas: Anxiety and trauma are areas of focus in my practice. I understand the profound impact these experiences can have on one's well-being and offer compassionate support to navigate the journey towards healing. My somatic work with clients allows for a deeper exploration of the body's wisdom and the release of stored tension and trauma.
What to Expect: When you step into my therapy space, you can expect a warm, non-judgmental atmosphere where your experiences are honoured and respected. Together, we will explore the underlying patterns and beliefs that may be contributing to your challenges. Through gentle guidance and empowerment, I will support you in uncovering your innate resilience and strengths.
Take the First Step: If you're ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing, I invite you to reach out and schedule a consultation. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, or seeking support for personal growth, know that you don't have to navigate this journey alone. Together, we can cultivate a path towards greater well-being and fulfillment.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 5 Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice (PROF.DIP Psy C) 2019
- Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling skills (CERT HYP CS) 2017
- Diploma in counselling children and young people 2022
- Teaching and Practicing Reiki since 2012
- Cruse Bereavement specialist training 2018
- Cruse training in working with children and young people with bereavement 2022
- CPD: Rapid Inductions / Past Life Regression
- CPD: Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- CPD Parts therapy
- CPD Working with Emotional Abuse and Narcissism
- CPD Group Weight Loss
- CPD Working with Addiction
- CPD Working with survivors of child sexual abuse
- EFT Practitioner
- CPD Working with the inner child
- CPD Weight Management
- NLP
- Hypnobirthing and pregnancy
- Trauma and PTSD
- Hypno gastric band
- Eating disorders
- Integral Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT)
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Polyvagal theory in the therapy room
- Infant loss training
- Working creatively in the outdoors
- Trauma, the brain and recovery
- Hypnosis for trauma and PTSD
- Cruse bereavement by dementia
- Neuroscience of Autism
- Working with Adolescent and adult mental health
- Hypnotherapy for children
- Tarot and Jung
- Understanding and treating complex PTSD
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
As I am also a clinical hypnotherapist I am also able to work with weight loss.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
Free Initial consultation on phone (10/15 mins)
£50 per session (50-60 mins)
Pre booked blocks of 6 sessions £270 payable in full at first session.
When I work
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I work Tuesday to Thursday from 9am until 8pm. Last session is 7pm.
Further information
All you need to do is drop me an email or call me to arrange an initial consultation over the phone where we will determine if I am able to meet your needs and explore what you want to get out of counselling. If you are happy to continue we will book your first session and discuss if you want weekly/fortnightly sessions.
Before training in Hypnotherapy and counselling I was a registered childminder for 11 years and as part of my training I also gained a CACHE level 3 certificate in working with children under the age of 18 in special needs, in particular emotional and behavioural difficulties. I also worked at the local family centre for 18 months as a play and outreach worker. All these years of experience helped me to build fabulous listening and empathetic skills.
