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Sharon Merchant, BACP

Sharon Merchant is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem.

Stress, Anxiety
Grief
Anger management
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About Sharon

Sharon Merchant is a counsellor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief and low self-esteem. He supports those dealing with depression, anger and relationship strains. He also helps with parenting pressures and coping with big life changes.

Sharon works in a respectful, sensitive way. He listens without judgement and lets each person set the pace. Sessions are tailored to the individual rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.

He has 12 years of experience supporting people through bereavement and end-of-life concerns, and he also helps with issues such as postpartum depression, infidelity and experiences of prejudice or discrimination.

Background and approach

Practical ways of making daily life easier are part of the work alongside emotional processing. Sharon uses a client-centred approach. That means the focus is on the person and their experience, with the counsellor following the client’s lead and reflecting what matters most.

Many people find this helps them feel heard and clearer about next steps. Sessions are offered in English and take place online by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging. Sharon is based in the United Kingdom and his listing records registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.

Starting is straightforward: use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability. The subscription model for sessions can be cancelled at any time.

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Body	Registration number	Expires
BACP	146582	October 2026

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Sessions and payment

Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.

Cost Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.

Focus areas and approaches

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Ways of working Sharon names

Client-Centred Therapy

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How client-centred care works online

Client-Centred Therapy starts by focusing on your experience and what matters to you. The counsellor listens with empathy, reflects back what they hear and follows the pace you prefer. This approach helps when people feel stuck, unheard or unsure how to move forward.

Sharon’s work with bereavement and end-of-life concerns often combines listening with practical help. He helps people make sense of loss, talk through difficult feelings and find ways to manage day-to-day tasks while grieving. For issues like anxiety, depression or relationship strain the client-centred focus helps clients identify their priorities and take manageable steps towards change.

Finding the right method is a collaborative process. Sharon will discuss which style feels most helpful and adapt sessions as needs and goals evolve. He encourages clients to give feedback so the approach stays relevant and useful.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let you use visual cues and a fuller conversation. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or you prefer not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging can suit brief check-ins, notes between sessions or people who find writing easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare and daily life.

Frequently asked

What concerns does Sharon support?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anger and relationship or family issues. He also focuses on hospice and end-of-life counselling, postpartum depression, infidelity and multicultural concerns.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He works in a client-centred way, listening closely and following the person’s priorities. Sessions are shaped around what the client brings and how they prefer to work.

What is his background and experience?

He has 12 years of professional experience, with a special focus on bereavement and end-of-life support alongside other common mental health concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, and is based in the United Kingdom.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats does he offer?

Sessions can be done by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging depending on your preference and needs.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, fill in a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.