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Sharon Clark, LCSW
Kentucky
LCSW - addiction and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Addictions support
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Video preferred
About Sharon
Sharon Clark is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky with 22 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are facing addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship concerns. Her background includes work as a substance abuse counselor and many years supporting people through major life changes.
Sharon uses practical, skills-based methods. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to notice unhelpful thoughts and change everyday habits. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and attachment-based ideas to address values, relationships, and emotional patterns.
Sessions are straightforward and focused on what a person wants to change. Conversations often include identifying thought patterns, trying new responses, and building small routines that fit daily life. Sharon aims to be direct and clear about next steps so clients can test new ways of coping between sessions.
Her experience includes work with people dealing with grief, caregiving stress, anger, and issues around intimacy and communication. She has supported those managing bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and co-occurring problems such as codependency or substance misuse. Practical problem solving and pacing work to match a client's schedule are common features of her approach.
Sharon offers sessions with an emphasis on video conferencing, though she notes flexibility to accommodate work or school commitments. Prospective clients are asked to confirm current session options before booking and to follow the site's steps to request a match.
How Sharon applies CBT and related approaches online
Sharon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thinking and test small behavior changes. CBT sessions focus on concrete exercises and short-term goals to reduce distress and improve daily routines.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which centers on values and taking steps that matter even when feelings are difficult. Attachment-based ideas are used to look at how relationship patterns shape reactions and connection. Together these approaches target symptoms such as anxiety, mood problems, trauma reactions, and relationship difficulties.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Sharon will collaborate with each person to choose which methods to try based on their goals and preferences. That means starting with straightforward exercises and adjusting based on what helps.
Her profile notes a personal preference for video conferencing and flexibility to accommodate work or school schedules. Confirm the exact session options before booking so they fit your days. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work or caregiver routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Sharon commonly address?
She works with addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and parenting concerns among other areas listed in her profile.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using structured methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience, including work as a substance abuse counselor and many years with diverse client issues.
What credential and location apply to her practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Kentucky and practices with that credential in that state.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Her biography indicates a personal preference for video conferencing and flexibility for scheduling; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and starting steps handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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