Sharon McKay, LMHC
Experienced Florida clinician focused on practical change
Details
| Name | Sharon McKay |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LMHC |
| Based in | Florida |
| Licensed in | Florida |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 16 |
About Sharon
Sharon McKay is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with sixteen years of experience helping people in Florida find clearer footing during hard times. She works directly with clients on stress, anxiety, addictions, mood concerns, and life transitions. Sharon uses straightforward language and practical steps so conversations stay focused and useful.
Sharon draws on several therapy styles to shape sessions to each person's needs. She centers the client and listens for what matters most before offering tools.
Background and approach
That might include looking at thought patterns, naming emotions, or rewriting difficult stories people tell about themselves. Sessions often include small exercises to try between meetings. Those tasks are simple and meant to fit into a typical day.
Sharon also pays attention to relationships, communication patterns, and how past experiences affect current choices. People who work with Sharon can expect a calm, direct approach and a focus on real change. She talks plainly about goals and checks in on progress.
The aim is to help clients manage symptoms, make clearer decisions, and feel more in control of daily life. Sharon offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different schedules. Sessions are provided in English and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and an appointment is scheduled according to therapist availability.
What this therapist works with
Her listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT among the things Sharon works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Eating disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Jealousy
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in her listing among her approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT): Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Existential Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Sharon among the ways she works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Sharon directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how she works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Sharon directly how she uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and practical approaches work online
Sharon blends Narrative Therapy with Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral approaches to shape online work. Narrative Therapy helps people reframe the stories they tell about themselves, which can reduce shame and open new choices. Client-Centered work focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead so goals come from the person's own values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thought patterns and behaviors and teaches concrete techniques to reduce anxiety and improve mood.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will talk with each client about their goals and preferences, try methods that fit, and adjust based on what proves helpful. The process is flexible and paced to the client's comfort and needs.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and exercises that rely on visual cues. Phone sessions need less bandwidth and can fit into a work break. Live chat or text messaging work well for brief check-ins, ongoing encouragement, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to get consistent support while juggling daily life.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Sharon commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, mood disorders, ADHD, relationship and family issues, eating concerns, and trauma-related problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, combining listening with practical interventions drawn from several approaches so sessions stay focused on daily challenges.
What kind of experience does Sharon bring?
She has sixteen years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns including substance and alcohol issues, trauma, and mood conditions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - practicing in Florida.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Sharon?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.
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