Sharen Dobson Therapy Services

08/12/2025

Our Bereavement Support Book can be a useful resource to turn to when you’re feeling overwhelmed with information.

Each section can be downloaded separately so that you can focus on what is relevant to you at that time 💜🧡

The book is now available in 13 languages and can be downloaded or ordered from our shop for free.

Link to book in the comments.

08/12/2025

I took a step back from Social media for a little while. A chance to rest and reset. I took a digital break from everything, news, TV programmes, all social media platforms. It is something I do regularly.

The reason? It is easy to get sucked into the mindset of constant creation. The right words, the right picture, the right message.

I practice what I preach. Taking time out, time away and focusing on things that make me happy.

That is exactly what I have done. In doing so, I have found time to look at my private practice.

Since stepping back, I have achieved quite a bit. I've had time to focus on training and other bits and pieces. All of which are going to form how my practice moves forward in 2026.

For now. Hi!! Nice to see you all again.
More news to follow

Sharen xx

05/11/2025

If your ADHD is kicking your backside today, you are not alone.

Medication helps with focus, however, it does not take away the ramblings in my brain. It doesn't stop the song that is on repeat in my head. It doesn't stop the verbal stims, or physical ticks.

Some days are amazing, and I get loads done. Other days, I have snacksidents, wander ponders, and side quests aplenty.

There are days where I get so frustrated with myself. All my logical thinking and coping strategies don't work. On those days, I practice softness. Taking a step back, switching devices off, slowing myself down and understanding it is just a bad day.

So, for those who think that the professionals have their sh@t together. We struggle too, however, that is what gives us a deeper understanding of your struggles too.😊

From one tired and frustrated ADhD'er to others. It's just a bad day. All the other times, you amazing!

05/11/2025

It is Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Day today – if you are going through domestic abuse – you are not blame, you are not weak or you are not alone. See our website for support and information https://mankind.org.uk

21/10/2025

1-2-1 Equine-Assisted Therapy ✨

Our sessions aren’t only for those who feel they’re struggling with their mental health, they’re also for anyone who simply wants a little calm, a mindful moment, or time to reconnect with themselves alongside our horses 🐴💛

Because sometimes, it’s not about “fixing” anything… it’s about slowing down, breathing, and finding peace.

Interested in finding out more or booking a session? Send us a message today, we’d love to welcome you💚

17/10/2025

I now offer single session therapy. Why choose a single session?

Sometimes, we face specific challenges that don't require ongoing support. A single session can provide focused attention on a particular concern, whether that's work related stress, relationship dynamics, or parenting dilemmas. Think of it as a space where you can express what's weighing on you, gain clarity, and move forward with a renewed perspective.

For those curious about therapy but uncertain about commitment, a longer initial session removes the pressure of fitting everything into a standard hour. With ninety minutes or two hours available, you have proper time to explore whether this approach feels right for you, without feeling rushed through your story.

I've supported clients who needed just thirty minutes. A different viewpoint or fresh insight can sometimes shift everything. These sessions work particularly well when you're feeling stuck, seeking practical coping strategies, working through decision making, or simply needing someone outside your situation to listen without judgement.

Sessions range from one hour to half a day, tailored to what suits you best. The approach is flexible, too, encompassing traditional talking therapy, guided meditation, creative and art based work, or solution focused coaching.

Are you curious to learn more? Send me a message, drop me an email, or complete the contact form on my webpage (link in bio).

Sharen x

17/10/2025

17/10/2025

A little bit about Melanoma-Me Foundation, who we are and what we can offer you.

We are a charity based in the Northeast (we have a hub in Washington). We have used personal experience of melanoma to create a service to support people who have been affected by the disease. There is no other service like ours in the UK and we are so proud of our charity. We are only small but work incredibly hard to represent the people affected by this awful disease.

Although our offices are in the Northeast we provide a national service providing telephone/zoom support to anyone affected throughout the country.

In our hub we run support groups for any person from stage 0-4 we also run support groups both face to face and online.

Our hub is a one stop shop for wellness. Many people come for a counselling session and stay all day as we have coffee get togethers, pampering sessions, support groups, reiki, treatments and meditation.

So many of our clients were nervous taking that first step of walking in as strangers but are now part of the Melanoma-Family. And what a family it is...🦋

Drop us an inbox if you would like to learn more about what we do.

17/10/2025

I now offer single session therapy. Why choose a single session?

Sometimes we face specific challenges that don't require ongoing support. A single session can provide focused attention on a particular concern, whether that's work related stress, relationship dynamics, or parenting dilemmas. Think of it as a space where you can express what's weighing on you, gain clarity, and move forward with renewed perspective.

For those curious about therapy but uncertain about commitment, a longer initial session removes the pressure of fitting everything into a standard hour. With ninety minutes or two hours available, you have proper time to explore whether this approach feels right for you, without feeling rushed through your story.

I've supported clients who needed just thirty minutes. A different viewpoint or fresh insight can sometimes shift everything. These sessions work particularly well when you're feeling stuck, seeking practical coping strategies, working through decision making, or simply needing someone outside your situation to listen without judgement.

Sessions range from one hour to half a day, tailored to what suits you best. The approach is flexible too, encompassing traditional talking therapy, guided meditation, creative and art based work, or solution focused coaching.

Curious to learn more? Send me a message, drop me an email, or complete the contact form on my webpage (link in bio).

Sharen x

16/10/2025

I get to come full circle with my counselling journey.

One of my favourite placements as a student was Melanoma Me.

What stood out for me the most was the sense of community, lived experience, and genuine drive to provide a service for skin cancer support.

Kerry really inspired me with her story and her own counselling journey. Now, I am in a position to offer private practice sessions and get to rent out their beautiful rooms. It's better than sitting in a cold medical room. I have access to comfy rooms, a kitchen to offer tea and coffee, easy and accessible parking, and local to my community.

The best thing is, by renting the rooms, the cost goes back into helping the charity too! Win win.

I have very limited face to face availability at the moment, but it feels good to be going back to where it began.

Please check out their webpage and read up on their mission to inform and support those impacted by Skin Cancer.

If you are local to Washington, aged 18 or above, and would like counselling or clinical supervision, do get in touch.

Sharen x

16/10/2025

I get to come full circle with my counselling journey.

One of my favourite placements as a student was Melanoma-Me Foundation.

What stood out for me the most, was the sense of community, lived experience and genuine drive to provide a service for skin cancer support.

Kerry really inspired me with her story and her own counselling journey. Now I am in a position to offer private practice sessions, get to rent out their beautiful rooms. Better than sitting in a cold medical room. I have access to comfy rooms, a kitchen to offer tea and coffee, easy and accessible parking and local to my community.

The best thing is, by renting the rooms, the cost goes back into helping the charity too! Win win.

I have very limited face to face availability at the moment, but it feels good to be going back to where it began.

Please do check out their webpage and read up on their mission to inform and support those impacted by Skin Cancer.

If you are local to Washington, aged 18 or above, and would like counselling or clinical supervision, do get in touch.

Sharen x