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Sharon Merchant, BACP

Credentials: BACP
Experience: 12 years
Practising in: United Kingdom
Languages: English
Sessions: Online only
Client ages: Adults, 18 and over

Works with Stress, Anxiety GriefAnger managementSelf esteem Depression

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Sharon Merchant helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem and depression. He supports those coping with relationship strain, parenting pressures and major life changes. Sharon also works with people affected by hospice and end-of-life issues, infidelity, multicultural concerns, postpartum depression and experiences of prejudice and discrimination.

Sharon uses a warm, straightforward style. He listens first and then adapts sessions to fit each person’s needs. Sessions are practical and focused on what feels achievable for the client.

Background and approach

He values sensitivity and respect in every conversation. With 12 years of experience and BACP registration, Sharon has particular experience in bereavement and end-of-life counselling while helping people with everyday emotional struggles. He aims to make the therapy process clear and manageable, especially for someone taking a first step.

Therapy with Sharon typically begins by talking about immediate concerns and setting simple goals. He prefers a client-centred approach that follows the pace set by the person attending. This means the client’s perspective guides the topics and the direction of work.

Sharon offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging for remote work. He asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions to suit their circumstances. The subscription model is used for ongoing sessions and can be cancelled at any time.

Client-centred support delivered online

Sharon works primarily using client-centred therapy. This approach focuses on listening carefully and following the person’s concerns. It helps when someone needs space to be heard, make sense of emotions and decide what feels right for them.

Those facing bereavement or end-of-life stress often benefit from the gentle, person-led pace of client-centred work. The method also supports people dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, postpartum feelings, prejudice and difficult relationship issues by prioritising the client’s experience and values.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sharon will discuss goals, preferences and practical needs and then suggest ways of working that fit. This is a collaborative process and adjustments can be made as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to make access easier. Video is useful for fuller conversation and visual connection, phone sessions suit shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth, and chat or messaging can help between calls or for people who prefer typed communication. These options aim to make it simpler to fit therapy around work, family and daily life.

What kinds of problems does Sharon help with?

Sharon works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports people dealing with relationship and parenting challenges and major life changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses a client-centred style that follows the person’s lead and focuses on their experience. Sessions aim to be practical and respectful, with the therapist tailoring the pace and topics to the individual.

What is his professional background?

Sharon has 12 years of experience working in counselling, with a particular focus on bereavement and hospice-related support. He also addresses postpartum depression, multicultural concerns and infidelity.

Where is Sharon based and what credentials does he hold?

He works in the United Kingdom and holds BACP registration as shown in his profile.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

What session formats are available?

Sharon offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging so people can choose the format that fits their needs.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Sessions use a subscription model and cost varies with location and therapist availability. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with Sharon?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Anger management

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centred Therapy

Experience: 12 years
Registered with: BACP
Languages: English

Contacting Sharon

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Sharon Merchant, BACP

Background and approach

Client-centred support delivered online

Areas of focus

What this therapist works with

Others working with stress, anxiety