Sharon Brooks-Esprit, BACP

Sharon Brooks-Esprit is a BACP-accredited counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 15 years of professional experience. She works part time with young people in further education while also providing support to NHS patients who are experiencing depression or anxiety, including those who have referred themselves to IAPT or been referred by their GP. Sharon’s practice is grounded in a person-centred way of working that prioritises empathy, non-judgement and the client’s own pace, creating a calm space where people can explore feelings and find new ways forward.

She is DBS checked to work with both adults and children, and she draws on training and experience in other therapeutic methods such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness to tailor support to individual needs. Sharon is currently training to become a counselling supervisor so she can support other qualified therapists and care professionals in their roles. Her work focuses on areas including stress, anxiety, family and relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, parenting and coping with life changes, and she aims to help people build confidence and move towards meaningful personal growth.

Sharon’s style is warm, open and often relaxed, combining genuine empathy with a practical focus to help clients identify insights and practical options for change. As a BACP-accredited practitioner Sharon meets recognised professional standards, reflecting her commitment to ongoing development and professional practice.

Client-Centred Care and Online Accessibility

Sharon primarily practices in a client-centred way, which means she focuses on offering empathy, acceptance and a non-judgemental space that keeps the client’s own experience at the heart of therapy. This approach helps people who are working through relationship issues, grief, low self-esteem or general life transitions by encouraging self-exploration and personal agency.

She also draws on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help identify patterns of thinking and behaviour that contribute to stress and anxiety, and uses Mindfulness-based techniques to support present-moment awareness and emotional regulation. These approaches can be applied flexibly to suit the priorities and preferences of each person.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Sharon works collaboratively with clients to decide what fits best for their needs, goals and comfort. She aims to tailor sessions so techniques and the overall direction of therapy feel relevant and manageable.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging offer practical flexibility, making it easier to fit therapy around work, family or mobility needs. These options increase accessibility for people who prefer remote contact or who live outside easy reach of in-person services, while still enabling meaningful, focused work with a registered professional.