Sharon Forde Marshall , LMHC

Sharon Forde Marshall is a licensed mental health counselor with 23 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family tension, and struggles with self-esteem. Sharon focuses on practical steps that people can use right away to feel steadier and more in control.

She draws from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to shape conversations. Sessions are tailored to each person’s goals so therapy stays relevant and useful. Sharon uses everyday language and clear tools to help people address immediate problems and long-standing patterns.

Her work often addresses life changes like divorce, caregiving stress, midlife shifts, and immigration challenges. She also helps with concerns such as body image, abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, and problems around trust and infidelity. These topics are discussed in a straightforward way focused on practical coping and communication skills.

Over two decades in the field have given her familiarity with both short-term problem solving and longer-term growth work. Sharon emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every session. She partners with people to build plans that fit their lives and values.

People who choose her can expect a collaborative approach that blends reflective conversation with concrete strategies. The goal is clearer thinking, better coping, and stronger connections with the people who matter most.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and then act in ways that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, life transitions, and finding purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavioral changes to reduce stress and improve mood. It often helps with anxiety, low mood, and problem-solving. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect present connections and communication, helping people repair trust and improve emotional closeness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Sharon will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust plans as therapy progresses, so the care stays aligned with the client's needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls make face-to-face conversation possible when travel or scheduling is difficult. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or require less bandwidth. Live chat and messaging allow quick check-ins, written reflections, and flexible timing. These options give people more ways to use therapy around work, family, and daily responsibilities while keeping the focus on meaningful progress.