Attachment-Focused & Trauma-Informed
Supporting recovery from developmental trauma, emotional neglect, and relational wounds.
Welcome to Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy
If you're here, something in you may already know it's time for things to feel different.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or stuck in patterns that keep repeating, especially in relationships.
Many of the people I work with learned early on to be the responsible one, the peacemaker, or the person everyone else relied upon. While these adaptations once helped them cope, they can later lead to anxiety, people-pleasing, self-doubt, and difficulties feeling truly connected to themselves and others.
Therapy offers a space to slow down, understand these patterns, and begin creating lasting change.
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 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.
ABOUT ME
I’m Sharon, a BACP-registered and NCPS-accredited Integrative Counsellor, Parts Work Practitioner, Couples Counsellor and Supervisor based in Central Bristol and online.
My work is rooted in attachment-focused and trauma-informed practice, with a particular interest in how early relational experiences shape the way we relate to ourselves, others, and the world.
Many of the people I work with have learned to adapt early in life, becoming highly attuned to others, responsible, and capable, while feeling disconnected from their own needs, emotions, or sense of self.
Alongside private practice, I also work within domestic abuse and sexual violence services, and support clients through bereavement and rehabilitation settings. This has given me extensive experience supporting people through crisis, transition, and long-term emotional recovery.
I am neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ affirming, and committed to offering a space where people feel seen, respected, and met without judgment.
Outside of therapy, I find grounding in nature, creative expression, and somatic practices that support nervous system regulation.
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 (currently completing Level 7 attachment-focused training)
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 N ewland 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.
I tend to specialise in trauma recovery (childhood developmental trauma, narcissistic/coercive abuse, sexual or physical trauma etc.) but people come to me for help for a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Feelings of stress or anxiety
Panic attacks/nervous system dysregulation
Relationship/attachment problems
Grief, loss or bereavement
Problems with addiction
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Abuse, (relational, coercive control, sexual violence)
Depression or low-mood
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger management
Issues relating to sexuality or identity
Difficulties at work or in retirement
Problems with family
Issues with neurodiversity (autism, ADHD, dyslexia)
MY LOCATION
Thank you for considering Sharon Newland Counselling and Psychotherapy. Currently, I offer in-person sessions on Queens Road in Clifton, Bristol BS8, and on Orchard Street, central Bristol BS1. I also offer online counselling services throughout the UK to provide support that is accessible and convenient.
Regardless of your location, I am available to work with anyone in the UK through online sessions. Please feel free to reach out and take that first step towards healing and personal growth. Thank you for reaching out, and I look forward to connecting with you soon.
FEES
Initial telephone consultation (up to) 15 mins - free
Sessions are for 50 minutes and cost £60 - £75. I have a couple of slots for concessions when available.
I ask that payment for all sessions to be made a week in advance of the session so we can dedicate all of the session to working together.
AVAILABILITY
I am available for appointments on Monday to Wednesday, from 10am – 8pm and Thursday 9am-8pm.
There is some flexibility in my schedule so please get in touch for more information.
If, for any reason, you need to cancel a session, please give 48 hours notice to avoid being charged in full for the session, although I will endeavour to offer an alternative day and time for that week (if possible).
CONTACT ME
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07872963334 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
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.
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Developmental Trauma Psychotherapy in Central Bristol and Online
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