Sharon Smith, LCSW
About me
As a licensed therapist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem issues. I offer a compassionate, faith-informed approach that honors each person's unique journey and emotional needs.
My therapeutic work focuses on addressing a wide range of concerns, including social anxiety, relationship dynamics, life transitions, and personal growth. I'm particularly committed to supporting women, young adults, and older individuals as they work through difficult experiences like divorce, caregiver stress, and personal healing.
Drawing from a trauma-informed and empathetic framework, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and rediscover their inner strength. My goal is to walk alongside you, offering guidance and understanding as you move toward greater emotional wellness and self-acceptance.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
OK LCSW 4450
Reviews
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Sharon is an excellent listener, she’s very caring and goes the extra mile to find resources or new ideas to help with my concerns. She’s very mindful and intentional as well. She helps me stay focused on addressing things within my control and helps me let go of non-issues.
Written on Jun 23, 2025 after therapy with Sharon for 6 months on issues concerning parenting issues, and self esteem
Sharon has been an excellent therapist. She is practical, encouraging and checks in with me to see how I'm doing. Highly recommend her!!
Written on Jun 02, 2025 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Always willing to hear me out, give non biased advice. Never any feeling of judgement and then we can work on things and talk about it so many things to solve problems. Love hearing her advice
Written on May 15, 2025 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Sharon is a great therapist and listens very well. I feel very comfortable talking with her about anything. She offers great suggestions for dealing with issues.
Written on Jul 12, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder
Sharon is a wonderful therapist. She listens with compassion and helps me to see things that I would not see otherwise. She has been helpful in my journey to regain my peace and joy throughout my married, personal and professional life.
Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Sharon has relentless empathy that is packed with challenging words of wisdom. She has continued to gently remind me of my goals and support me in moving towards them.
Written on Jun 02, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 6 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and grief