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Sharon Peterson, LCSW

Compassionate LCSW supporting anxiety and trauma
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Flexible online sessions

About Sharon Peterson

Sharon Peterson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nine years of experience helping people through challenging life moments. She works with clients across the lifespan, offering support for stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the lasting effects of trauma. As an LCSW, she brings clinical social work training and practical experience to help clients identify goals and develop coping strategies.

Her practice emphasizes compassionate, collaborative care. Sharon guides clients through processing traumatic experiences, improving communication within relationships, and navigating major life transitions such as grief or divorce. She has particular experience working with anxiety disorders, including social anxiety and panic, and focuses on building practical tools for managing everyday stressors.

Sharon also supports people with neurodevelopmental differences, chronic health concerns, attachment or foster care histories, and complex family dynamics. She addresses challenges such as codependency, body image, caregiver stress, and questions about life purpose. Sharon welcomes clients who value faith as part of therapy and is experienced working with older adults and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Her goal is to create a respectful space where each person is heard and can work toward greater clarity and resilience.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFertility issuesImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sharon Peterson have?

Sharon Peterson has nine years of experience.

Is Sharon Peterson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are TX LCSW 119851 and CA LCSW 136731.

In which languages does Sharon Peterson provide therapy?

Sharon Peterson provides therapy in English.

Where is Sharon Peterson located?

Sharon Peterson is located in California.

How can I work with Sharon Peterson as my therapist?

You can work with Sharon Peterson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sharon Peterson work with international clients?

Sharon Peterson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sharon Peterson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Online

Sharon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are tailored to each person's needs. One common focus is trauma-informed work that helps people safely process difficult memories and reduce the ways those experiences interfere with daily life. Another emphasis is skills-based anxiety and coping work, teaching practical strategies for managing panic, social anxiety, and stress through step-by-step tools and practice. She also helps clients build healthier communication and relationship skills so they can navigate conflicts and strengthen connections.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon partners with each client to explore which techniques match their goals, history, and preferences, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds to help ensure a good fit.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and options for live chat or text-based messaging provide additional flexibility between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit consistent care into daily routines and to access licensed professionals from different locations while maintaining continuity of care.

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