Sharon Smith , LPC

Sharon Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 40 years in the mental health field. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, intimacy-related problems, and life changes. Sharon also focuses on women's issues and related concerns such as midlife challenges, loneliness, and aging issues.

Her style is warm and inviting and she aims to make clients feel welcome and comfortable when talking about difficult emotions. She listens closely and uses a respectful, non-judgmental stance. Sharon draws on decades of experience to guide conversations and offer practical steps when they are helpful.

In sessions she uses brief solution-focused ideas when appropriate alongside other evidence-based therapeutic techniques. That means she helps people identify small, concrete changes that can reduce distress and improve daily functioning. She balances listening with gentle direction so people leave with something they can try right away.

Sharon spent the past 25 years working in an office setting and now offers similar care through virtual sessions. She works with adults across a wide range of life stages and emotional concerns, including mood disorders and seasonal mood shifts.

People who reach out can expect a steady, experienced presence and practical guidance tailored to their situation. Sharon encourages those ready to take a first step to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session that fits their needs.

Evidence-based approaches and online care

Sharon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional support. One common approach she employs is brief solution-focused work, which zeroes in on specific goals and small, achievable steps to reduce stress and improve daily routines. This method is useful for people facing life transitions, adjustment concerns, or specific problems they want to move past.

She also uses general evidence-based strategies for mood disorders and anxiety that emphasize skill building and problem solving. These techniques involve helping people notice unhelpful patterns, test new behaviors, and practice coping skills between sessions. They are often helpful for depression, seasonal mood shifts, and persistent worry.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences, then tailor methods that feel like a good fit. She checks in over time and adjusts the plan based on what is working.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to regular care. Video calls let people keep face-to-face conversation without travel. Phone sessions can work better when bandwidth or visual focus is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging provide quick check-ins or ongoing support between meetings. These options help clients fit therapy into busy lives and maintain steady progress.