Dr Sharon Osborne has worked as a Clinical Psychologist within the NHS since 2012, gaining experience of working with people of different ages and backgrounds who are struggling with psychological distress. Sharon has gained specialist expertise in working with children, young people and their families and undertaking Autism assessments. Sharon has worked as the clinical team lead for an NHS Autism assessment service, training and supervising other clinicians as part of her role, and developing a service that meets the needs of children and young people. During her training as a Clinical Psychologist, Sharon chose to specialise in working with autistic people. Sharon is currently employed in an NHS role by Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism, providing specialist assessment and psychological intervention to people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, and distressed behaviours. Sharon uses a number of different psychological models, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), systemic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). She is able to provide post-diagnostic support for autistic children, young people and their families. She is also skilled in working with children and young people who have a Learning Disability. Sharon has undertaken additional specialist training including DISCO (Diagnostic Interview for Social and Communication disorders), ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule 2nd edition), Compassion Focused Therapy, and is a certified Sleep Practitioner via the Sleep Charity. Sharon is a registered practitioner psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC, PYL28482)