Sharmaine O'Keefe, BACP
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and abuse care
- Parenting and family issues
About Sharmaine O'Keefe
With four years of experience, Sharmaine has supported people across private practice, senior school settings, and charitable organisations. Her work covers a broad range of concerns including stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, eating and body image difficulties, career and workplace issues, and coping with life changes. She also attends to related areas such as fertility and pregnancy concerns, social anxiety and phobias, narcissistic abuse, and midlife transitions.
Before training as a counsellor, Sharmaine worked as a lawyer, teacher, and lecturer, experience that contributes practical insight and clarity to her therapeutic work. Having lived and worked in multiple countries, she brings awareness of diverse cultural and social backgrounds into sessions. Her practice focuses on creating a warm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored and where clients can work toward clear, achievable goals.
Sharmaine aims to support people with empathy and practical tools to build resilience, improve relationships, and enhance life meaning. She emphasizes a collaborative approach so that therapy aligns with each person's values and priorities, and she seeks to help clients discover sustainable ways to manage challenges and move forward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharmaine O'Keefe have?
Sharmaine has four years of counselling experience across private practice, senior school settings, and charities.
Is Sharmaine O'Keefe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is the UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists.
In which languages does Sharmaine O'Keefe provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharmaine O'Keefe located?
She is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sharmaine O'Keefe as my therapist?
You can work with Sharmaine through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharmaine O'Keefe work with international clients?
No. Sharmaine does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharmaine O'Keefe 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 the Right Fit for You?
Many people ask whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One major benefit is flexibility. Individuals can choose the way of connecting that suits them best: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to access support from a comfortable environment.
Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and clients can change practitioners if they need a different fit. For many people, remote therapy provides a practical, accessible route to consistent therapeutic support while maintaining the same clinical approaches used in face-to-face work.