Sharan Thiara, BACP
Empathetic integrative therapist for couples and individuals
- Couples and individual therapy
- Specialist in anxiety and trauma
- Accepting international clients
About Sharan Thiara
Sharan Thiara is a couples and individual psychotherapist based in the United Kingdom with seven years of professional experience. Over that time she has completed more than 100 hours of client work, specialising in anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions and deeper therapeutic work. She adopts an empathetic, nonjudgmental stance that recognises each person as the expert on their own life and meets clients where they are.
Her approach is humanistic and integrative, drawing on relational and evidence-informed methods to tailor interventions to individual needs. She maintains a calm, gentle manner intended to help clients stay grounded while exploring difficult feelings or past experiences. This style supports both shorter-term challenges and more in-depth therapy.
Sharan works with a broad range of concerns including stress, relationships, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career issues, as well as attachment, codependency, addiction and domestic violence. She also offers support for LGBT clients, family matters and intimacy-related issues. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her professional affiliation.
Beginning counselling can feel overwhelming, and Sharan values the courage it takes to seek help. Her practice emphasises respect, compassion and collaboration to help clients move toward the changes they want.
Her approach is humanistic and integrative, drawing on relational and evidence-informed methods to tailor interventions to individual needs. She maintains a calm, gentle manner intended to help clients stay grounded while exploring difficult feelings or past experiences. This style supports both shorter-term challenges and more in-depth therapy.
Sharan works with a broad range of concerns including stress, relationships, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career issues, as well as attachment, codependency, addiction and domestic violence. She also offers support for LGBT clients, family matters and intimacy-related issues. She holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which reflects her professional affiliation.
Beginning counselling can feel overwhelming, and Sharan values the courage it takes to seek help. Her practice emphasises respect, compassion and collaboration to help clients move toward the changes they want.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharan Thiara have?
Sharan Thiara has seven years of clinical experience.
Is Sharan Thiara a registered therapist?
Yes. She holds the BACP credential, which stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Sharan Thiara provide therapy?
Sharan provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharan Thiara located?
Sharan is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Sharan Thiara as my therapist?
You can work with Sharan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharan Thiara work with international clients?
Yes, Sharan works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharan Thiara 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 cancelled 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying what matters most to them and taking committed action. It is often helpful for anxiety, depression, avoidance and coping with life changes.
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship experiences shape current patterns of connection and safety. It supports people working through intimacy issues, abandonment, attachment concerns and relationship difficulties by exploring relational needs and improving emotional responses.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. CBT can be effective for managing anxiety, low mood and behaviour patterns that interfere with daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Sharan collaborates with each client to identify which methods best fit their needs, goals and preferences, and adapts the work over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family and travel, and can help maintain continuity of care for international clients. Registered professionals can use these different modes to tailor sessions to a client's comfort and practical circumstances.