Why People Seek Therapy
Many people come to counselling because they have reached a point in life where they feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or exhausted by trying to cope alone.
Therapy provides a confidential, compassionate space where you can make sense of your experiences, develop practical strategies and move towards lasting emotional wellbeing at a pace that feels right for you.
How I Can Help
Hello, I'm Sharon, and thank you for visiting my website.
I provide integrative psychotherapy and therapeutic yoga for adults and families in Bathgate.
Since qualifying in 2008, I've worked across the NHS, education, the voluntary sector, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs), insurance providers and private practice.
Alongside my psychotherapy work, I'm also a 500-hour qualified yoga teacher with extensive experience delivering individual sessions, classes and workshops.
You can visit my LinkedIn, Counselling Directory and BACP profiles to learn more about me and how I work.
Why choose Sharon
- 18+ years experience
- 5,000+ clients
- 14,000+ hours of therapy
This breadth of experience has enabled me to develop particular expertise in supporting people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress and trauma.
Every person is different, so I tailor therapy to your individual needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
My work combines evidence-based psychotherapy with mindfulness and therapeutic yoga where appropriate. Together, we'll explore what's contributing to your difficulties, identify practical ways forward and work towards meaningful, lasting change.
Above all, I aim to create a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
Some of the Issues I Can Support
Emotional Wellbeing
- Anxiety & Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Anger
- Low Confidence & Self-Esteem
- OCD
- Trauma & PTSD
- Self-Harm & Suicidal Ideation
Relationships & Life Changes
- Family & Relationship Difficulties
- Separation & Divorce
- Bereavement, Loss & Grief
Neurodiversity
- ADHD
- ASD
Addictions & Eating Difficulties
- Addictions
- Eating Disorders
Health & Rehabilitation
- Chronic Pain
- Back Pain
- Autoimmune Conditions
- Rehabilitation Following Illness, Surgery, Injury or Stroke
What to expect
- Comprehensive assessment
- 50 or 75 minute sessions
- Weekly or fortnightly appointments
- Meet in person (yoga therapy is available in person only) or online
- Therapy tailored to individual needs
Through psychotherapy and yoga therapy, clients may experience:
Emotional Wellbeing
- Reduced anxiety, stress and overwhelm
- Relief from symptoms of depression and burnout
- Greater ability to manage difficult emotions
- Increased sense of calm, balance and wellbeing
Personal Growth & Resilience
- Improved emotional regulation and resilience
- Greater self-awareness and self-understanding
- Increased confidence and self-esteem
- Better coping strategies for life's challenges
Relationships & Life Transitions
- Healthier relationships and communication skills
- Support in processing trauma, grief and major life transitions
- Improved focus, clarity and decision-making
Mind & Body Wellbeing
- Improved sleep and relaxation
- Reduced physical tension and stress-related symptoms
- Enhanced mind-body connection and body awareness
Meaning & Fulfilment
- A deeper sense of purpose, meaning and connection
Therapeutic sessions can be offered from:
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Glasgow Sixth Floor, 34 West George St, Glasgow G2 1DA |
Taking the first step towards support can feel daunting, but you do not have to navigate life's challenges alone
If you're ready to begin your journey towards greater wellbeing, clarity, and balance, contact me today to arrange an appointment.
Seasonal Yoga: Embrace the Metal Element
Seasonal yoga for autumn where days become shorter and cooler and energy moves inward. Autumn is the season to shed what no longer serves, strengthen the breath, and create space for what truly matters.
This season is ideal if for:
- Feeling drawn to living in harmony with nature and the seasons
- Experience seasonal shifts in mood, immunity, or energy
- Deepening your breath and reconnect to inner stillness
- Processing grief, change, or transitions in your life
- Seek grounded, mindful movement and emotional release
In the Five Element system of Traditional Chinese Medicine, metal governs lungs and large intestine, the organs responsible for: inhalation, exhalation, and elimination.
Metal embodies qualities of:
- Clarity
- Discipline
- Grief and acceptance
- Refinement
- Boundaries and structure
- Letting go
- Transformation
- Organisation
- Self-worth
- Detox
- Reconnect to breath
- Let go of physical and emotional stagnation
- Clarify your values
- Prepare the body and mind for winter’s stillness
As the vibrant energy of summer softens into the crisp stillness of autumn, we you to align your body and mind with the wisdom and of the Metal Element, and its associated characteristics: reflection, refinement, and release.
Yoga Practices for the Metal Element:
- Breath-focused asana to open the chest and strengthen the lungs and support the body's natural detoxification processes
- Twisting and releasing poses to stimulate and support digestive pathways to eliminate old waste and energy.
- Mindful movement that mirrors the rhythm of the season
- Pranayama (breathwork) conscious breaths help to clear the lungs
to cultivate presence and vitality. - Meditation and journaling for inner clarity and emotional release
- Yin Yoga and acupressure techniques to support meridian flow is a great way to foster deep relaxation and allow for gentle release.
By aligning with the Metal Element, you’re not just doing yoga, you’re syncing your inner world with the rhythm of the Earth.
