Attachment-Focused & Trauma-Informed
Supporting recovery from developmental trauma, emotional neglect, and relational wounds.
Trauma Therapy in Bristol & Online
Compassionate psychotherapy for developmental trauma, childhood emotional neglect and difficult relationships
Sometimes you can appear to be coping perfectly well while, underneath, life feels much harder.
Perhaps you struggle with anxiety, people-pleasing, perfectionism or a relentless inner critic. You may find it difficult to set boundaries, trust your own feelings or know what you really need.
Relationships might leave you questioning yourself and you may find yourself wondering:
"Why am I so hard on myself?"
"Why do I always feel responsible for everyone else?"
"Why do I find it so difficult to trust myself?"
"Why do relationships affect me so deeply?"
"My childhood was fine... wasn't it?"
Maybe you grew up with an emotionally unavailable, emotionally immature or highly self-focused parent. Perhaps your practical needs were met, but there wasn't always space for your feelings, vulnerability or emotional needs.
Or perhaps you can't identify anything obviously "wrong" with your childhood at all.
You simply know that something doesn't feel quite right.
Therapy can be a place to begin making sense of it.
You may have spent years being the strong one, the responsible one, or the person everyone else relies on, while quietly struggling yourself.
My work is relational, collaborative, and grounded in emotional safety. I work in ways that are
✓ Relational and collaborative
✓ Trauma-informed and paced safely
✓ Grounded in attachment theory
✓ Attentive to both mind and body
✓ Focused on emotional safety and genuine human connection
I integrate attachment theory, somatic trauma work, Parts Work, Polyvagal-informed practice, psychodynamic thinking, and humanistic therapy to support each client's unique needs.
What matters to me
- emotional safety
- curiosity over judgement
- depth without overwhelm
- respect for your pace
- genuine human connection
You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy, couples therapy, and clinical supervision in Central Bristol and online across the UK.
I work with people experiencing:
- Anxiety, low mood, and emotional overwhelm
- Developmental trauma and childhood emotional neglect
- Relationship difficulties and attachment patterns
- Narcissistic, controlling, or abusive dynamics
- Grief, loss, and complex emotional experiences
- Nervous system responses such as shutdown, numbness, or heightened anxiety
Alongside individual therapy, I offer:
- Couples therapy (attachment-focused relational work)
- Clinical supervision
In counselling, you may arrive with specific difficulties that are causing distress or feeling hard to manage, such as grief, childhood trauma, anxiety, stress, low mood, or low self-worth.
At Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy, we take time to gently explore these experiences in more depth, creating space for you to understand yourself and your patterns with greater clarity and compassion.
Together, we look at your emotional experiences, the ways you make sense of them, and the relational or behavioural patterns that may feel stuck or repetitive. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow things down and begin to understand what sits beneath the surface of your current struggles.
A central part of this work is the therapeutic relationship itself, a space where you can feel seen, heard, and met with consistency and respect, often in ways that may not have been available earlier in life.
Issues I work with
In counselling, you may arrive with specific issues that are causing you distress and hardship, such as loss or grief, childhood trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. At Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy, we delve deeper into these challenges, providing a space for you to understand yourself better.
Together, we explore your feelings, unravel thought patterns, and examine behavioural patterns that may be holding you back. Moreover, our therapeutic relationship ensures that you are seen, witnessed, and valued, offering a sense of validation and support throughout your healing journey.
Find out more about my approach here.
Take the first step towards support and reach out today. Contact Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy for a free consultation and begin your transformative journey towards a happier you.
MY LOCATION
Thank you for considering Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer in-person sessions in Central Bristol (Queens Road, Clifton BS8), as well as online counselling for clients across the UK.
Online therapy provides a flexible and accessible way to access support from a place where you feel comfortable. Wherever you are based, you are welcome to work with me online.
AVAILABILITY
Monday – Wednesday: 10am – 8pm
Thursday: 9am – 8pm
There is some flexibility where possible, so please feel free to get in touch if you need a specific time.
Cancellations require 48 hours’ notice to avoid being charged in full. Where possible, I will try to offer an alternative time within the same week.
Online Counselling
Online counselling offers a convenient and flexible way to access the support you need. With online sessions, you have the freedom to choose a time that suits your schedule and fits seamlessly into your life. Whether you're at home, in the office, or travelling, you can connect with your counsellor from a place where you feel comfortable and at ease. This accessibility allows you to receive the support and guidance you seek without the constraints of physical location.
CONTACT ME
If you’re thinking about starting therapy, you’re welcome to reach out with any questions or to arrange an initial consultation.
This first conversation gives us a chance to explore what you’re looking for and whether working together feels like a good fit.
You can contact me via email or call 07872963334.
I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
You’re welcome to get in touch with any questions, there’s no pressure to commit.
All inquiries are typically answered within 24 hours. Your privacy is important, and all communication is confidential and conducted through secure phone and email services.
Below you’ll find answers to some common questions about how I work, including sessions, fees, and what to expect from therapy.
I ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. Cancellations made with less notice, or missed sessions, are charged at the full session fee. This helps protect the time set aside for your therapy space.
Individual Counselling & Psychotherapy
£70 per 50-minute session
Couples Therapy
£85 per 50-minute session
£125 for 90-minute sessions (especially helpful for starting work or more complex sessions)
Clinical Supervision
£70 per 60-minute session
£95 for 90-minute supervision sessions
My approach is integrative and relational, grounded in attachment theory and trauma-informed practice. I also draw on somatic and nervous system-informed work, as well as Parts Work, to support a deeper understanding of your experiences. The focus is not only on symptoms, but on the patterns, relationships, and early experiences that shape how you feel and relate today.
Yes. I offer both online and in-person therapy in Central Bristol, allowing you to choose what feels most comfortable and accessible for you.
© Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy
Developmental Trauma Psychotherapy in Central Bristol and Online
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