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Sharon Bowen, LCSW, CSW
North Carolina
LCSW - Anxiety and trauma focused
See online therapy options- CBT strategies
- EMDR for trauma
- Mindfulness skills
About Sharon
Sharon Bowen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of social work experience. She practices in North Carolina and works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting, sleep problems, career concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Sharon uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people notice thoughts and habits that cause stress. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to outline concrete steps and Client-Centered Therapy to listen and respond to what matters most to the client. She also uses EMDR and mindfulness tools when trauma or distressing memories are part of the picture.
Sessions focus on clear goals and manageable tasks between meetings. Sharon helps people break problems into small parts and try different ways of responding. She guides simple exercises for coping, grounding, and improving sleep and daily routines.
Her background includes roles as an advocate, case manager, and therapist working with families and children earlier in her career. That range informs a practical approach to common life stresses and transitions.
Sharon speaks English and works from a clinical social work perspective identified by her credentials CSW and LCSW. She practices in North Carolina and does not take international clients. For people looking for structured, skills-based work, she offers clear steps and collaborative planning.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. It helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and managing daily stress by giving simple exercises and homework to try between meetings.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to what matters most to the client. This approach supports building trust and deciding goals together. EMDR is used when traumatic memories cause ongoing distress; it combines guided recall with structured bilateral stimulation to reduce the intensity of those memories.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sharon will work with the client to choose methods that match their concerns, goals, and preferences. She combines strategies as needed and checks in on what is or isn't helpful so plans can be adjusted collaboratively.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a daily routine, whether they need a shorter check-in, a session that doesn't require video, or timing that fits around work or parenting. Talk with the therapist when scheduling to clarify format, session length, and practical arrangements.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, Colorado, Florida, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sharon commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and family concerns, sleep problems, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses practical conversations that highlight thoughts and habits and applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Client-Centered methods to set goals and plan steps between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience in social work, including roles as an advocate, case manager, and therapist.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds CSW and LCSW credentials and practices in North Carolina under those credentials.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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