Sharon Lenihan, BACP
Trauma-informed counsellor supporting recovery
- Trauma and abuse specialist
- Person-centred and CBT
- Accepts international clients
About Sharon Lenihan
Sharon Lenihan is an integrative counsellor based in the United Kingdom who specialises in supporting adults and young adults affected by trauma and complex life challenges. Since 2021 she has worked with a Sexual Survivors Trust, offering focused support to people who have experienced sexual violence and its lasting effects. Her therapeutic stance is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, creating a space where individuals can feel heard and believed as they explore what is affecting their wellbeing.
Lenihan adapts her work to each person's needs, drawing on person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness-based techniques. She works at the client’s pace and aims to shape the therapeutic process around the individual rather than asking the person to fit a single model. The goal is to help people process overwhelming experiences, build practical coping strategies, and restore a sense of safety, self-trust, and resilience.
Many people who seek her help struggle with shame, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or the long-term impact of trauma. Her background in safeguarding roles prior to counselling training means she is experienced in supporting individuals and families through crisis, managing risk, and navigating complex systems. That experience informs a grounded, trauma-informed approach when working with highly stressful circumstances.
Sharon supports a wide range of concerns, including trauma and post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, shame and guilt, attachment difficulties, relationship and family issues, separation and divorce, self-harm, identity and self-worth, women's issues, workplace stress, and young adult concerns. She also works with stress, self-esteem, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, career transitions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and LGBT issues. Sharon holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and provides therapy in English. She is currently accepting clients and works with both UK-based and international clients.
Lenihan adapts her work to each person's needs, drawing on person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness-based techniques. She works at the client’s pace and aims to shape the therapeutic process around the individual rather than asking the person to fit a single model. The goal is to help people process overwhelming experiences, build practical coping strategies, and restore a sense of safety, self-trust, and resilience.
Many people who seek her help struggle with shame, anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or the long-term impact of trauma. Her background in safeguarding roles prior to counselling training means she is experienced in supporting individuals and families through crisis, managing risk, and navigating complex systems. That experience informs a grounded, trauma-informed approach when working with highly stressful circumstances.
Sharon supports a wide range of concerns, including trauma and post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, domestic violence, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, shame and guilt, attachment difficulties, relationship and family issues, separation and divorce, self-harm, identity and self-worth, women's issues, workplace stress, and young adult concerns. She also works with stress, self-esteem, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting challenges, anger, career transitions, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and LGBT issues. Sharon holds BACP accreditation - membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - and provides therapy in English. She is currently accepting clients and works with both UK-based and international clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharon Lenihan have?
Sharon Lenihan has 5 years of professional experience.
Is Sharon Lenihan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Sharon Lenihan provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharon Lenihan located?
Sharon is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sharon Lenihan as my therapist?
You can work with Sharon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharon Lenihan work with international clients?
Yes, Sharon works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharon Lenihan 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 Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For a range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional face-to-face sessions and provides a practical alternative for those seeking support.One of the key advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the way that suits them best: via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. That variety makes it easier to fit therapy into work, family, and daily commitments, and helps maintain continuity of care when in-person sessions are difficult to arrange.
Therapists offering remote work are licensed professionals who use established therapeutic approaches to address common mental health and wellbeing concerns. If someone decides they would prefer a different therapeutic fit, switching to another therapist is an option. For many people, online therapy provides accessible, practical, and supportive care that complements other forms of treatment and self-help strategies.