Profile / United States
Sharon Sumler, LMSW
Michigan
LMSW - Stress and Anxiety focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness exercises
About Sharon
Sharon Sumler is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with 20 years of clinical experience. She practices from Michigan and helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and grief. Sharon also supports work on relationship concerns, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career shifts, bipolar mood issues, and ADHD.
Sharon uses practical, structured methods to help clients notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify patterns that keep problems going. She also brings in client-centered skills to keep sessions focused on what matters to the person in front of her.
Her work incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies when emotions feel intense, along with mindfulness practices to improve moment-to-moment focus. Motivational Interviewing is part of how she helps people clarify goals and find reasons to change. Sessions look at specific behaviors and test new ways of responding.
Sharon speaks plainly about life stress and how past events affect day-to-day functioning. She acknowledges facing hard personal and medical experiences herself and uses that perspective to stay practical in sessions. The emphasis is on clear steps clients can try between meetings.
Sharon’s approach suits people who want concrete tools and structured feedback. She helps set small, measurable goals and tracks progress over time. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and logistics.
How Sharon uses structured approaches in online sessions
Sharon commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods in her work. CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing alternative actions. This approach is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and habit-related issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting so the person sets the pace and topics for sessions.She also brings Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills into sessions when emotional regulation or intense reactions are a concern. DBT teaches specific coping skills for managing strong feelings and improving interpersonal effectiveness. These techniques can be practiced during meetings and reinforced with homework exercises.
Choosing a therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, current challenges, and preferences. Sessions proceed step by step, with clear goals and regularly checked progress.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or travel. They also allow focused, shorter check-ins when needed and reduce the time spent commuting, helping therapy fit into everyday life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sharon address?
She works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma, grief, relationship and parenting issues, and ADHD.
How would she use CBT in sessions?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, then tests small behavior changes to see what helps.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
Sharon has 20 years of experience in clinical work and draws on that background to offer practical, structured support.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and practices from Michigan.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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