Gainsborough
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Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
01427 801360
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Sharlene O'Brien

Counsellor, MBACP

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Gainsborough DN21
01427 801360
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You’re running on empty.. again. You’ve been trying to keep your head above water, trying to keep it all together, but behind the scenes, you’re exhausted. One minute you’re hyper focused and smashing through tasks, the next you can’t even face leaving the house. Your mind never switches off, and the guilt of “not doing enough” just keeps piling on. Living with ADHD, anxiety, or depression can feel like you’re constantly chasing balance but never quite finding it. You’re tired of just existing, you just want a life you can be content with.
I support adults with ADHD, insomnia, depression, burnout and anxiety. My approach is warm, genuine, and adaptable. I’m someone who meets you where you are, bringing compassion, humour, and realism into the process. Together, we’ll make sense of what’s been happening and build strategies that actually work in real life, not just in theory.
If you’re looking for someone real and down to earth, bubbly, adaptable, and lets out the occasional swear word, we’ll probably be a good fit. I blend different counselling approaches and science-backed techniques to suit your needs. I offer a FREE 15 min call to see if I would be the right fit for you.
Call or Sharlene O'Brien now for a free 15 minute consultation - 01427 801360

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Gainsborough DN21

01427 801360
Online ADHD counsellor supporting adults with ADHD, insomnia, depression, anxiety and burn out across Gainsborough and the rest of the UK.
£50 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 01427 801360
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Gainsborough DN21

01427 801360
Online ADHD counsellor supporting adults with ADHD, insomnia, depression, anxiety and burn out across Gainsborough and the rest of the UK.
£50 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £50

Payment Methods

Bank transfer
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Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you
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Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Please ask me about fees or use of insurance when you

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy Sharlene O'Brien

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 1 year
  • Level 4 Diploma in counselling , Diploma, Graduated 2025

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Counselling Tutor Online and telephone counselling / 2025
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CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) and Sleep talker trained. Training in working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Training in dissociative identity disorders and false & repressed memories. Bereavement training. CBT Diploma - ongoing. Rewind therapy for PTSD. DBT Training.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360
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CBT-I (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia) and Sleep talker trained. Training in working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Training in dissociative identity disorders and false & repressed memories. Bereavement training. CBT Diploma - ongoing. Rewind therapy for PTSD. DBT Training.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Career Guidance
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Life Transitions
  • Medical Detox
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I work with adults with ADHD and insomnia. I don't believe in a one size fits all approach so I adapt how I work depending on your needs. We will discuss your concerns and what you wish to work on, and from there, we will come up with an action plan together. I fully get that life gets in the way sometimes and there may be weeks where you have other stuff you want to talk about. The hour is yours.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360
"
I work with adults with ADHD and insomnia. I don't believe in a one size fits all approach so I adapt how I work depending on your needs. We will discuss your concerns and what you wish to work on, and from there, we will come up with an action plan together. I fully get that life gets in the way sometimes and there may be weeks where you have other stuff you want to talk about. The hour is yours.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360

Client Focus

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Integrative
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Rational Emotive Behaviour (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an integrative approach to counselling, tailoring each session to your unique needs. Rather than a one-size-fits-all method, I draw on techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, blending them so you get the most effective support. Some weeks you may need one type of approach, other weeks something different. I adopt a flexible approach to ensure each session works best for you.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360
"
I use an integrative approach to counselling, tailoring each session to your unique needs. Rather than a one-size-fits-all method, I draw on techniques from a variety of therapeutic modalities, blending them so you get the most effective support. Some weeks you may need one type of approach, other weeks something different. I adopt a flexible approach to ensure each session works best for you.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 01427 801360

Location

Primary Location

Gainsborough DN21

01427 801360

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Online ADHD counsellor supporting adults with ADHD, insomnia, depression, anxiety and burn out across Gainsborough and the rest of the UK.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01427 801360
"
Online ADHD counsellor supporting adults with ADHD, insomnia, depression, anxiety and burn out across Gainsborough and the rest of the UK.
Photo of Sharlene O'Brien, Counsellor, MBACP
Sharlene O'Brien
Counsellor, MBACP
Call for a free consultation now - 01427 801360