- Warm and direct
- Solution oriented
- Evidence based
About Sharon
Sharon Franklin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, grief, depression, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also supports people dealing with codependency, attachment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, and challenges tied to family of origin. Sharon writes plainly, listens closely, and aims to make sessions feel calm and focused.
Sharon brings ten years of experience that began in school counseling and continued into clinical practice. She describes her style as warm, open, and engaging, and she adapts her approach to each person’s situation. Sessions are practical and goal oriented, with attention to what’s going on now and what can be changed.
Her work draws on several evidence-based techniques. Sharon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also uses Person-Centered methods to stay focused on the person’s goals and strengths. Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy is part of her toolkit when addressing rigid beliefs that cause distress.
In the room she focuses on clear communication and active listening. She helps people build coping skills, increase self-awareness, and gain confidence in handling difficult emotions or relational problems. Sharon encourages realistic, step-by-step plans that fit each person’s life.
If you are thinking about starting therapy, the first step is a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling a session. Sharon aims to support steady progress toward healthier patterns and more satisfying relationships.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online work
Sharon draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes. CBT tends to focus on clear steps and homework that can be reviewed between sessions. Person-Centered approaches shape the way she listens and responds, keeping the person’s goals and strengths at the center of the work.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon works with each person to see which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adjust strategies over time so the plan stays useful and realistic.
If you are considering online therapy, check the session options before booking to confirm what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow for regular check-ins that keep progress steady. Some formats are better for brief updates while others allow longer, in-depth sessions - discussing preferences ahead of time helps determine what will work best for day-to-day life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does Sharon help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focus areas include codependency, attachment issues, adoption and foster care concerns, and related family-of-origin matters.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is warm, engaging, and straightforward. She listens closely, focuses on present concerns, and works with clients to create practical steps toward change.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience that began in school counseling and continued into clinical practice in Texas. That work includes supporting people after trauma and during major life transitions.
What credentials does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas. The LPC credential is shown as provided in her background.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the regional pricing structure.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.