- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Coping with change
About Sharon
Sharon Peterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nine years of experience in California. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Sharon also supports concerns related to social anxiety and panic as listed in her practice focus.
She focuses on helping clients process traumatic experiences and improve how they communicate with others. In sessions she teaches practical coping skills for sudden changes, grief, and separation. She also helps people manage anxiety symptoms and reduce avoidance that gets in the way of daily life.
Sharon has experience working with people who have neurodevelopmental differences, long-term health challenges, and attachment or adoption-related concerns. She helps with caregiver stress, codependency, body image issues, and the complex emotions that can come with chronic illness or cancer. Her work includes supporting those dealing with divorce and separation.
Faith can be part of the conversations when clients want that included. Sharon has worked with older adults and with clients from diverse backgrounds. She aims to listen carefully and work together so clients can make practical changes that fit their lives.
To begin she asks people to describe their current concerns and goals. Early sessions focus on clear steps and tools to manage symptoms, improve communication, and handle painful memories, so clients can use what they learn between appointments.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Sharon integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on symptom reduction and improved day-to-day functioning. One common approach she uses teaches skills for managing anxiety and panic, such as grounding methods and stepwise exposure to feared situations, which can help reduce avoidant behaviors and increase confidence in social settings.Another approach centers on processing traumatic memories in a structured way so memories feel less overwhelming and intrusive. This work often pairs skill-building for emotional regulation with careful review of past events to change how those memories affect current behavior and relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sharon will assess your needs, discuss options, and try methods that align with your goals and comfort level. That conversation is collaborative and adjusts as therapy progresses.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins when needed. Some formats may also let you work without being on camera, or choose a phone call when bandwidth is limited, which can help focus on the therapeutic tasks that matter most.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
California, Colorado, Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, body image, and divorce.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical coping skills, improving communication, and processing difficult memories. Sessions emphasize collaboration and clear steps you can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience working with people facing anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California and works with clients from that location.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.