Hi I’m Sharon
I work with people who are ready to start releasing their pain.
You’ve done the talk therapy. You know your story inside out. But you’re still triggered. Still hypervigilant. Always expecting the worse.
That’s not because you haven’t worked hard enough. It’s because the body holds what the mind can’t process alone.
I work with people who are tired of quick fixes and surface-level advice. People who want real change - the kind that comes from understanding what’s underneath the patterns, reactions, and stories they have been carrying for years.
My approach is honest and deeply supportive. We don’t avoid the hard stuff - we gently explore the parts of your past and your inner world that you’ve been circling around but never quite able to shift. Together, we make sense of it, so it becomes the foundation for your next stage of growth.
I don’t use one size fits all methods or promise overnight results. I offer personalised, grounded body-based work that helps you create lasting change - the kind that actually sticks because it’s built from the inside out.
How I work
As a Root-Cause Therapy Practitioner, I use a holistic, somatic approach to help you find the root causes of what you’re carrying - without needing to retell every painful detail. We work through the body, not around it.
Each session begins with a short grounding technique, so your nervous system can settle before we dive in. The focus is on emotions, limiting beliefs, and what you’re feeling in your body. A bit less talk therapy. A lot more release.
After each session, you’ll receive a recap email and a check-in the next day - because integration matters, and you won’t be left alone with it.
So, who am I?
I’m a wife, dog mum, stepmum and an NPE. I’m caring, compassionate and empathetic.
I’m here because I know what it’s like to feel stuck in your own story - and I also know what it’s like to finally be free of it.
Sessions are available ONLINE or IN-PERSON
Credentials
Root-Cause Therapy Practitioner Level 1 and 2
Trauma-informed and Reparenting Coach
B.A. Psychology
IICT (International Institute Complementary Therapies)
Get in touch to find out more
Please fill out the form and include in your message a brief description of how I might be of service for you.
Privacy Policy
Sharon Hemmings Therapy - Updated 23 June 2026
Your privacy matters. We are committed to protecting your personal information and providing a safe and secure space for your healing journey. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your data in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and the Code of Ethics set by The Centre for Healing.
Our Website & Cookies
By using this website you are agreeing to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the Policy, please do not use this site.
If you complete our information forms you consent to providing information including your:
name
contact information
referral question or enquiry
We collect your personal information in order to help process your enquiry.
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Sharing information
Clinical information shared during assessments and treatment sessions is treated as confidential, with the following exceptions:
• When you give your consent,
• When required by a court of law, and
• In cases of suspected neglect or abuse
Information We Collect
We’ll ask you for information about background information relevant to your therapy and seek information that will help us provide effective, comprehensive, quality resources. Information we collect may include things like your contact details, medical/educational/family background and updates.
How We Store Client Information
Client files include personal information such as names, contact details and educational/medical history, as well as details about intervention and invoicing. Client files/information are stored in password protected locations including laptops and mobile devices. These may be stored both on the individual therapist’s devices.
We also use password protected cloud-based services to store information such as Google Drive, Hnry, Better Practice and Zanda Heath. Clients can request a copy of any information at any time. Paper files may be kept for some clients. in a lock cabinet in private location. Sharing client information with other professionals Often it is beneficial to collaborate and consult with other professionals supporting a client. We will always discuss this with a client beforehand. During conversations with our professional support network who also abide by the same rules of confidentiality.
Why We Collect Your Information
We collect your information to: - Understand your needs and support your healing process - Track progress over time through session notes - Comply with duty of care and professional record-keeping - Manage appointments, communicate updates, and process payments.
Your Rights
You have the right to: - Access your personal information at any time - Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data - Withdraw consent or request deletion (unless legal obligations require record-keeping)
To exercise these rights, please contact me directly at: info@sharonhemmings.com
Changes to This Policy
This privacy policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact
If you have questions or concerns about how your information is handled, please reach out:
📧 info@sharonhemmings.com
🌐 www.sharonhemmings.com