Sharon Horwood 
Counselling

Talking Therapy and Psychotherapy

You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone

What if I told you that your most difficult moment could become the foundation for your greatest strength.  

 

I know this might sound impossible right now - especially if you’re reading this while struggling with trauma, burnout, or feeling lost about your future.  But I’m not speaking from theory or textbooks. I’m speaking as someone who has lived it.

 

Years ago, a stroke changed everything, for me, my family and my children.  I went from a successful business owner to learning how to navigate life with a disability;  isolation, fear, and questions about who I was - I’ve felt it all.   That journey brought me here - not to tell you to 'stay positive,' but to sit with you through the darkness and help you find your way forward, one step at a time.

Here’s How We Can Work Together

Hello, I’m Sharon — a certified psychotherapist. I offer counselling for young adults finding their path, men who find it hard to reach out for support,, those feeling anxious, stressed, or burnt out, and anyone navigating the impact of illness or injury with understanding and care.. 

If medical trauma has changed your world

Stroke, brain injury, chronic illness - these experiences don’t just change your body, they change everything. Your relationships, your sense of self, your future plans. I get it because I’ve lived it. Together, we’ll process not just what happened to you, but who you’re becoming now.

If you’re a man who’s been told to “just get on with it”

Are you a man who’s been told to “Just Get On With It”?  Society makes it hard for men to ask for help. Struggling doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human. You deserve support without judgment, and I’m here to provide exactly that. 

If you’re a young adult feeling lost

I spent years as a hairdresser and mentor, helping young people discover their potential. I know what it’s like to feel uncertain about your future or struggle with confidence. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, self-esteem issues, or simply don’t know what direction to take your life, we’ll figure it out together.

If you drowning in stress or burnout

Whether it’s work pressure, anxiety that won’t quit, or dealing with bullying, you need more than just “self-care tips.” You need someone who understands that sometimes just getting through the day feels like an achievement. Let’s create a space where that’s enough, and build from there.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

You’ve already shown incredible courage by reading this far. That tells me you’re ready to do something different, even if you’re scared. And that’s okay .... courage isn’t the absence of fear, it’s moving forward despite it.

 

Let’s have a conversation about where you are right now and where you’d like to be. No pressure, no judgment, just two people talking about what’s possible.

Blog 

In these posts, I explore everyday challenges like stress, self-belief, and change — reminding you that growth doesn’t have to be perfect or linear.

The Steam Kettle 

There's a particular exhaustion that comes from being perpetually "fine." It's the bone-deep weariness of men who've appointed themselves the emotional shock absorbers for everyone around them ...

Feeling Stuck in Life 

Let’s be real - no one has life completely figured out, no matter 

how much it seems like they do. If you’re in your 20s or 30s and feeling lost, you are not alone.   School, family, and social media make it feel ...

The Winding Path

We often admire stories with clear happy endings. Not because the person did exactly what they set out to do, but because things worked out; they found peace, purpose, or something better than they imagined...

What My Clients Say

 

Real People, Real Results

“My son came to Sharon full of sadness and not my happy boy. Fast forward a few months my son is happy and able to cope with his challenges. Sharon is top notch and more than worth the time and money. Thank you Sharon 🤗”

“I fell into a dark hole which I thought I wouldn’t be able to escape, but then I went to therapy and I started to feel free again. Thank you Sharon.”

“Sharon has really helped my daughter with her self-confidence and ways to deal with her anxiety. In turn I have a much happier, less anxious child that doesn’t struggle to sleep anymore.”

 

“Love Sharon. Been seeing her for over a year. She has been flexible with my changing needs - initially meeting weekly and now monthly. We all need a Sharon.”

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