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- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- EMDR work
About Sharon
PACFA counsellor Sharon Andrews has 20 years of professional experience in Australia. She works with stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, and self-esteem concerns. She also supports people dealing with relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, career questions and ADHD-related challenges.
Sharon treats each person as the expert in their own life. She uses concrete methods from acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR to help people make practical changes. Sessions focus on small, manageable steps and clear goals rather than abstract ideas.
Her approach is direct and collaborative. She will listen to what is happening now, then try short exercises in session that can be repeated between meetings. Techniques may include noticing unhelpful thinking patterns, practising new behaviours, and processing distressing memories when needed.
Sharon also works on communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and building self-love. She supports people navigating life purpose questions and emotional recovery after loss. For parents she addresses parenting stress and sleep difficulties linked to wellbeing.
Sessions are conducted in English and Sharon does not accept international clients. Costs vary with location and are managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session online.
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How her approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then commit to actions that reflect what matters most. It is useful for anxiety, low mood and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and uses short exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression and sleep problems. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method for processing disturbing memories and reducing their intensity, which can help after loss or trauma.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will discuss goals and trial methods together, adjusting techniques as needed so the work fits what the person wants to achieve. The first sessions typically clarify priorities and agree on simple, repeatable tasks.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy around work, parenting and daily life because they reduce travel and can be scheduled for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk-based techniques, behavioural experiments and EMDR-style processing can be adapted for remote work when appropriate and agreed with the therapist.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression and self-esteem problems, plus relationship, intimacy and parenting concerns. Additional areas include ADHD, career questions, sleep and feelings of isolation.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
Her practice uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Techniques are applied practically to address thinking patterns, behaviour and distressing memories.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life concerns. That experience informs a structured, goal-focused way of working.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is credentialed with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. Specific fees should be checked during the intake process.
How do I start a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the booking process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.