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I am an independently licensed social worker in both Ohio (LISW) and Kentucky (LCSW) as well as a PhD in social work. I have 25 years of experience working as a therapist, clinical leader and teacher and strive to learn something new each day. I have worked with patients with a variety of challenges including substance abuse, anxiety, depression, mood swings, psychotic episodes, parenting and relationship challenges and attention and focus difficulties. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse and serve first responders who need assistance following traumatic events.
My therapy style is welcoming and inquisitive. I believe in treatment which focuses on finding solutions to troubling symptoms and holistic approaches without judgement or labels. My approach combines a variety of methods including strengths based, person centered, brief solution focused, cognitive-behavioral, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, and trauma focused work. I will listen to you to gain information about what you are experiencing and work with you to develop a plan that is focused on minimizing or alleviating troubling symptoms and experiences that you are having which negatively impact your quality of life.
Congratulations in taking the first step in finding someone to guide you on this journey. I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
25yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Attachment Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, First Responder Issues, Isolation / Loneliness, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sharon Simmons. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
My life has changed since meeting Sharon! I am always heard, never judged & always leave each session feeling extremely hopeful!
Written on Aug 14, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Sharon has been a great match for me and has been wonderful.
Written on Jul 25, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Sharon is very kind and thoughtful and provided insight into my issues and ways to cope with my family members.
Written on Jun 07, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Very sweet and understanding. Gives a nice perspective
Written on May 30, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Amazing as always !
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Dr. Sharon Simmons is amazing!
Written on May 09, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Magic
Written on Mar 08, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and anger management
Sharon is very flexible wjen sch appts fall thru- she is timely and thankfully in my case experienced enough to anticipate the type of questions that senior management will ask- ...hoping that the continued access to Sharon will last
Written on Jan 22, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties
Sharon is very easy to talk to and has a gentle approach
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Sharon was able to provide valuable insights into problems I had been working though for many years. Right from the first conversation I knew I could trust her. Sharon's pleasant demeanor put me at ease emotionally; her knowledge of psychology and counseling, coupled with her wisdom garnered through years of experience, instilled confidence in me that I was receiving the best care. She helped me turn the corner toward a happier future. Thank you Sharon!
Written on Oct 11, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is amazing and do supportive!
Written on Oct 11, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I am so grateful to have been paired with Sharon! She has walked me through various theraputic modalities that have absolutely changed my life and my perspective of myself. She is helping me reach my mental health goals, she listens, understands and guides. I highly recommend Sharon, and BetterHelp to anyone looking to start their healing journey!
Written on Sep 17, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I strongly believe in finding the right fit when it comes to a therapist and, for me, Sharon is that fit. She provides practical tools, allows me to steer the conversation, and is willing to try new tools. 10/10 recommend her.
Written on Sep 13, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and adhd
Sharon listens and offers suggestions when appropriate. She makes me feel validated in some of my feelings that i struggle with.
Written on Jul 19, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Great listener and offer great ways to help me cope and grow as a person
Written on Jun 23, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Sharon is incredible, she is a great listener and provided me with excellent tips. I have a busy schedule and her schedule is perfect for my busy lifestyle. I loved that she was passionate about helping me.
Written on Jun 19, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties
I genuinely can not say enough good things about Sharon. The amount of progress that I've made in such a short time is unbelievable truly. She is everything I could have asked for in a therapist and I've gone from feeling completely disassociated from myself to feeling confident and happy again in just 2 months!
Written on Jun 08, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She's quite kind and she actually listens to what I'm saying and gives me multiple options for going forward with my treatment.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Very pleased. Very professional and empathetic yet down to earth
Written on May 19, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I have really enjoyed working with Ms. Simmons. She makes me feel heard and then provides relevant feedback and information to help me work through/process situations/feelings/emotions. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of a provider.
Written on May 12, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and career difficulties
Sharon listens and gives appropriate feedback. Her digital responses are timely and comforting. When she recommends homework or exercises she sends them to me immediately during or after our sessions.
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I’m so thankful for Sharon. I feel like I’ve been placed with the right person for me. She’s empathetic and kind and has really been helping me.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
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