BACP
Ivana Sharp , BACP
Therapist in United Kingdom
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About Ivana
Ivana Sharp is an integrative therapist based in the United Kingdom with ten years of one-to-one private practice experience. She works responsively and sensitively, tailoring each session to the specific concerns a person brings, whether that is a clearly defined issue such as anxiety or depression, or a more diffuse sense that something feels wrong. Ivana aims to help clients discover practical, personally meaningful solutions while supporting them to feel more centred, empowered and alive.
Her integrative training blends humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives with cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness, enabling her to adjust techniques to meet each individual’s needs. She has a particular interest in neurodiversity, the connection between body and mind, and issues related to climate and ecological concerns. Ivana holds a BACP credential and completed an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling in 2015, a recognised professional counselling qualification.
Ivana describes therapy as a collaborative process in which therapist and client work as partners - the therapist brings knowledge and skill while the client brings personal insight and lived experience. She emphasises the therapeutic relationship as a key source of material for change, combining authenticity and an observational stance. Her practice values transparency and clear boundaries, providing a steady framework in which deeper work can take place. Rooted in ongoing mindfulness practice, her approach honours the interconnection of body and mind and supports clients to slow down, reflect and reconnect with deeper layers of their life with compassion and respect.
Alongside private practice, Ivana has worked as a bereavement counsellor for Brent Bereavement Service and as an integrative therapist within a short-term counselling programme at a mental health charity. Her continued professional development is experiential and includes workshops, peer support, personal therapy, supervision and regular mindfulness practice. Her background also includes teaching and work with children with special educational needs.
Her integrative training blends humanistic and psychodynamic perspectives with cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness, enabling her to adjust techniques to meet each individual’s needs. She has a particular interest in neurodiversity, the connection between body and mind, and issues related to climate and ecological concerns. Ivana holds a BACP credential and completed an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling in 2015, a recognised professional counselling qualification.
Ivana describes therapy as a collaborative process in which therapist and client work as partners - the therapist brings knowledge and skill while the client brings personal insight and lived experience. She emphasises the therapeutic relationship as a key source of material for change, combining authenticity and an observational stance. Her practice values transparency and clear boundaries, providing a steady framework in which deeper work can take place. Rooted in ongoing mindfulness practice, her approach honours the interconnection of body and mind and supports clients to slow down, reflect and reconnect with deeper layers of their life with compassion and respect.
Alongside private practice, Ivana has worked as a bereavement counsellor for Brent Bereavement Service and as an integrative therapist within a short-term counselling programme at a mental health charity. Her continued professional development is experiential and includes workshops, peer support, personal therapy, supervision and regular mindfulness practice. Her background also includes teaching and work with children with special educational needs.
Integrative techniques adapted for online therapy
Ivana commonly draws on cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness in her online practice. Cognitive behavioural therapy focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful patterns of thought and behaviour, which can be useful for symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress. Mindfulness practices help people develop present-moment awareness and gentle self-observation, supporting emotion regulation and a stronger connection between body and mind.She also brings psychodynamic-informed thinking to her work, exploring recurring relational patterns and early attachment experiences to uncover how these shape current difficulties. This deeper exploration can be helpful for issues such as attachment concerns, trauma responses and relationship difficulties. Choosing the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process - the therapist works with each person to identify what fits best with their needs, goals and preferences and adapts over time as the work unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, family or mobility needs. Sessions may take place by video call or phone, and ongoing support can be provided through live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to maintain continuity between sessions. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to deliver consistent, accessible care tailored to individual circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Ivana Sharp have?
Ivana Sharp has 10 years of experience working in one-to-one therapy and private practice.
Is Ivana Sharp a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds a BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Ivana Sharp provide therapy?
Therapy with Ivana Sharp is offered in English.
Where is Ivana Sharp located?
Ivana Sharp is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Ivana Sharp as my therapist?
You can work with Ivana Sharp through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ivana Sharp work with international clients?
Ivana Sharp does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ivana Sharp cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues
Experience
10+ years
Licensed
See below
Languages
English
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