Garon Sheppard, NCPS
Counselling for recovery and renewed purpose
- NCPS registered
- Walk-and-talk available
- Online and phone sessions
About Garon Sheppard
Garon Sheppard combines professional training with lived experience to support people facing difficult life moments. He draws on nine years of counselling practice and a sixteen-year background working in the addictions, homelessness, and housing sectors to offer practical, compassionate guidance for issues such as stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, and coping with life changes.
Having personally navigated addiction, homelessness, and significant loss, he understands the courage it takes to reach out and uses that perspective to create a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings and build resilience. He describes his approach as collaborative and strengths-based, helping people identify inner resources and develop realistic strategies to move forward.
He integrates client-centered methods with evidence-informed approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused work, tailoring methods to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all model. His practice also includes walk-and-talk therapy in and around Witney, Burford, Carterton, and Oxfordshire, as well as online counselling, Reiki healing, and mindfulness practices to support emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.
Garon holds NCPS, a registration that indicates professional standing with a counselling body and a commitment to recognized standards of practice. He works with individuals across a wide range of concerns - from relationship and family issues to addiction, bereavement, anger, bipolar management, and purpose-seeking - and offers coaching alongside therapeutic work when appropriate. Those who choose to work with him can expect empathetic listening, practical tools, and partnership in creating a clearer, more manageable path forward.
Having personally navigated addiction, homelessness, and significant loss, he understands the courage it takes to reach out and uses that perspective to create a non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings and build resilience. He describes his approach as collaborative and strengths-based, helping people identify inner resources and develop realistic strategies to move forward.
He integrates client-centered methods with evidence-informed approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused work, tailoring methods to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all model. His practice also includes walk-and-talk therapy in and around Witney, Burford, Carterton, and Oxfordshire, as well as online counselling, Reiki healing, and mindfulness practices to support emotional regulation and present-moment awareness.
Garon holds NCPS, a registration that indicates professional standing with a counselling body and a commitment to recognized standards of practice. He works with individuals across a wide range of concerns - from relationship and family issues to addiction, bereavement, anger, bipolar management, and purpose-seeking - and offers coaching alongside therapeutic work when appropriate. Those who choose to work with him can expect empathetic listening, practical tools, and partnership in creating a clearer, more manageable path forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Garon Sheppard have?
Garon Sheppard has nine years of experience in counselling.
Is Garon Sheppard a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the NCPS credential. No additional license details were provided.
In which languages does Garon Sheppard provide therapy?
Garon provides therapy in English.
Where is Garon Sheppard located?
Garon is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Garon Sheppard as my therapist?
You can work with Garon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Garon Sheppard work with international clients?
Garon Sheppard does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Garon Sheppard cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?
Online therapy can be an effective option for many common concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions - and for these issues it often compares well with traditional in-person sessions. For people balancing work, family, or mobility constraints, virtual sessions reduce barriers to consistent care and make it easier to maintain momentum between appointments.One practical advantage is flexibility. Clients can choose the mode of communication that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so therapy fits more naturally into daily life. That flexibility helps people access support when they need it, whether they prefer face-to-face interaction via video or the convenience of messaging.
Licensed professionals and therapists offering online services use a range of therapeutic approaches, and individuals can change therapists if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. For many, remote counselling provides a comfortable, adaptable way to address emotional challenges while keeping therapy accessible and consistent.