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Bethany Sharpe, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 3 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

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Bethany Sharpe offers a calm, non-judgemental space for people feeling overwhelmed by grief, low mood, self-esteem struggles or big life changes. She aims to create a steady environment where someone can talk at their own pace and make sense of what they are going through. Bethany works in English and practises with empathy and respect for each person’s experience.

Her main approach is Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on listening closely and reflecting what someone says rather than directing them.

Background and approach

Sessions tend to look like open conversation, with the counsellor helping the client notice patterns and choices in their life. This style can suit people dealing with relationship concerns, loneliness, identity questions or the emotional aftermath of loss. With three years of professional experience Bethany has supported people with depression, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress and anxiety-related problems.

She also addresses concerns such as body image, attachment worries, eating and food-related issues, communication problems, and the emotional effects of divorce and separation. People who are navigating pregnancy and childbirth related feelings, questioning sexuality, or coping with guilt and shame can find a space to talk things through.

Bethany also works with those looking to explore life purpose, forgiveness, or to improve self-love and intimacy-related matters. Sessions are available across the United Kingdom and delivered online by video calls, phone, live chat or text messaging. Bethany is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - BACP - and works with a subscription model for bookings.

How Client-Centred Therapy works online

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on offering genuine, non-judgemental listening and reflections that help someone make sense of their experience. It suits people dealing with grief, low mood, relationship worries, self-esteem issues and life transitions by giving space to explore feelings and choices.

The therapist’s role is to follow the client rather than direct them, creating room for the person to decide what matters most. This collaborative way of working means the client and counsellor agree together how to proceed, adjusting the approach to match the client’s needs and goals.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The counsellor will discuss how Client-Centred Therapy feels in practice and can adapt sessions to include other helpful techniques when appropriate. Decisions about focus, pacing and methods happen together so the work suits the client.

Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging works well for brief check-ins or when people prefer written reflection. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare or travel commitments while keeping the therapeutic relationship consistent.

What concerns does Bethany focus on?

She helps with grief, depression, low self-esteem and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as body image, intimacy and communication problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her work is Client-Centred Therapy, which involves attentive listening, empathy and reflecting back what you say to help you find your own solutions.

What is her background and experience?

She has three years of professional experience supporting people with mood disorders, trauma, anxiety and relationship challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practises from the United Kingdom.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people in the United Kingdom.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How do costs and scheduling work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; to begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

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Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 3 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

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Bethany Sharpe, BACP

Background and approach

How Client-Centred Therapy works online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with grief