- Focus on sleep
- Poetry and journaling
- Gentle practical steps
About Shirley
Shirley Rocks welcomes people who are struggling with sleep problems, grief, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed. She writes simply and listens closely to what matters to each person. Her approach aims to help people feel steadier day to day and to find small, manageable changes that improve rest and wellbeing.
Shirley trained with the Mid Ulster Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapy and with Cruse Bereavement. She holds BACP accreditation and has four years of practice supporting adults through loss, addiction, anxiety and low self‑confidence. Her background includes working directly with grief and emotional transition.
She offers a warm, non‑judgemental space where people go at their own pace. Sessions focus on what the person wants to work on and build practical ways to cope with sleep difficulties, panic, or intrusive thoughts. Journaling and poetry are optional tools she uses to help express feelings that are hard to say aloud.
Shirley draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment ideas and client‑centred listening to help people notice patterns and try different responses. She also uses elements of emotionally‑focused work and relationship tools to address communication and attachment concerns.
Her style is gentle and practical. Conversations include simple exercises, reflective writing when useful, and steps to change habits that affect sleep and day‑to‑day energy. People leave with clearer priorities and small plans they can test between sessions.
How Shirley’s approaches can help online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them. It encourages small, values‑based steps that can reduce anxiety and improve routines like sleep.Attachment‑Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. It is used to understand repeated fears, trust issues and ways of relating that affect rest and relationships.
Client‑Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience at the centre. The therapist listens without directing and helps people find their own solutions, which can be useful for low self‑confidence and emotional overwhelm.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shirley will discuss different ways of working and decide together which methods suit the person’s needs, goals and preferences. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to practical aims like better sleep, clearer boundaries or improved communication.
The online setting can make it easier to fit therapy around daily life, such as taking a session during a lunch break or joining from another location when travel is difficult. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking so you know how sessions will be delivered. Registered or accredited professionals can offer focused, goal‑oriented work online that mirrors many face‑to‑face benefits while helping people keep therapy manageable within their routines.
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns can Shirley help with?
She supports adults with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, sleep difficulties, addiction, relationship and self‑esteem issues, among other areas listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and non‑judgemental with practical, manageable steps. She uses writing options alongside talking to help people process emotions.
What experience does she bring?
She has four years of clinical practice and experience working with grief, loss and emotional transition through her training placements.
What credentials and location are listed?
Shirley is listed with BACP and practices from the United Kingdom according to her profile.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she is available to work with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current options when booking.
How is cost structured?
Cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time; specific fees depend on the therapist and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.