Shirley Rocks, BACP
Shirley Rocks is a counsellor who helps people facing depression, anxiety and other heavy emotions.
- Stress & Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and Abuse
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About Shirley
Shirley Rocks is a counsellor who helps people facing depression, anxiety and other heavy emotions. She offers a calm, warm space where clients can talk at their own speed and make sense of difficult feelings. Shirley uses simple, practical ways to help people manage stress and regain steadier moods.
She trained in counselling in Ireland and has four years of experience working with adults. That background includes supporting people through grief and loss, and helping with sleep problems, addictions and low self‑confidence.
Background and approach
Shirley also supports people dealing with trauma, panic and workplace pressures. Her style is compassionate and non‑judgemental. She tailors each session to what the individual needs and prefers.
Sessions can include talking, reflective exercises, and practical techniques you can try between meetings. Shirley often offers poetry and guided journaling as optional tools. These are suggested when writing feels like a helpful way to name painful thoughts or track progress.
No previous writing experience is required and the exercises are always guided by the counsellor. She works from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and attachment‑based ideas, alongside client‑centred ways of listening. This mix helps people build self‑understanding, steadier emotions and clearer direction.
Shirley practises in the United Kingdom and sees clients in English, including international clients.
Registration
| Body | Registration number | Expires |
|---|---|---|
| BACP | 412210 | August 2026 |
Registration details are as listed on the counsellor's public profile. You can check any number with the registering body.
Sessions and payment
Sessions are held online through our partner platform, by video, phone or messaging depending on the counsellor.
Costs are shown on the partner platform before you commit. If cost is a concern, ask about reduced-fee options.
Focus areas and approaches
What Shirley works with
Everything Shirley lists, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Communication problems
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Shirley lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
Online support
Attachment‑Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current feelings and reactions. It can help with issues around abandonment, attachment concerns and intimacy problems by building awareness and safer ways of relating.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shirley will discuss options with you and decide together what fits your needs, goals and preferences. That collaborative choice can be reviewed as therapy progresses so changes can be made if a different method suits better.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat or text messaging to make therapy easier to fit into life. Video calls are good for face‑to‑face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter check‑in is needed. Live chat and text messaging suit shorter check‑ins, step‑by‑step exercises, or when writing helps clarify thoughts. These formats offer flexibility for different routines and practical needs.
Frequently asked
What kinds of problems can Shirley help with?
She supports people with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and trauma, as well as issues like sleep problems, addictions, low self‑esteem and workplace strain.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is compassionate and non‑judgemental, focusing on what you need. Sessions combine listening with practical exercises and optional guided writing.
How long has she been practising?
Shirley has four years of experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life issues.
What professional credentials does she hold and where does she practise?
She is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and she practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes. Sessions are offered to international clients and are conducted in English.
What session formats are available?
Options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text‑based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with Shirley?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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