About me

I am a qualified Irish-based counsellor with extensive experience supporting adults and couples through some of life’s most challenging seasons. I have trained with the Mid Ulster Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, PCI College Dublin, and Cruse Bereavement, where I developed a strong foundation in providing therapeutic support to clients across a wide range of emotional and life challenges.

Compassion-focused therapy is at the core of my work. I aim to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s troubling you at your own pace. I support clients with a range of issues including grief and bereavement, addiction, sleep difficulties, anxiety, low self-confidence, relationship challenges, and periods of emotional overwhelm.

I also work with couples, supporting you to improve communication, rebuild trust, and better understand one another in a supportive and balanced environment.

Each therapeutic journey is unique. I tailor my approach to suit your individual needs, strengths, and goals, helping you develop greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, and a kinder relationship with yourself and others.

Alongside traditional counselling, I offer poetry and journaling as therapeutic tools for those who find it helpful. As a poet and writer, I have seen first-hand how gentle, guided writing can help express emotions that are difficult to put into words. No writing experience is needed, this is always optional and guided with care.

Above all, I believe in meeting you with warmth, sensitivity, and compassion, and in supporting you as you take courageous steps towards healing, clarity, and a more fulfilling life.
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Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief
  • ADHD
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , Depression , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , Abandonment , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 5

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #412210

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Shirley Rocks. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.

Written on Oct 22, 2026 after therapy with Shirley for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Much more than good

Written on Dec 11, 2025 after therapy with Shirley for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

We’ve been seeing Shirley for a few months now, and she has genuinely helped us through some really tough times. She has a brilliant way of listening — giving us the space to talk openly, explore issues, and work through them without ever feeling rushed or judged. Her sessions strike the perfect balance between professionalism and a lovely sense of humour, which has made even the heavier conversations feel comfortable and manageable.

What we’ve appreciated most is how many different tools and approaches she brings into our sessions. She’s recommended books, shared meaningful poems, and sent us videos that have helped us reflect and grow in between appointments. It’s clear she really cares and tailors everything to what we need in the moment.

We’re so grateful for the support, guidance, and understanding she’s shown us. We truly couldn’t recommend her enough.

Work with me!