- 25 years experience
- Practical skills focus
- Trauma and addiction
About Sharon
Sharon Link is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri. She offers a steady, empathetic presence for people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, and life changes. Sharon speaks plainly and focuses on practical tools that people can use between sessions.
Her style is warm and interactive. She treats people with respect and sensitivity, and works to create a collaborative space where the client remains in charge of treatment. Sessions emphasize skills practice, problem solving, and learning ways to manage difficult feelings and behaviors.
Sharon has 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and children across a wide range of concerns. That background includes helping people who have experienced emotional or physical trauma, and supporting those facing relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, or chronic illness. She also has experience with addictive behaviors, including gambling problems.
Clinically she blends several familiar approaches. Sharon uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s priorities, cognitive behavioral tools to shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, and EMDR when trauma processing is needed. Mindfulness and DBT strategies are added to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills.
She encourages people to be active partners in their care and to try practical steps between sessions. If someone is ready to take that step, Sharon offers steady support and guidance as they work toward clearer goals and better day-to-day coping.
How Sharon’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Client-centered work focuses on following the person’s goals and priorities. Online sessions can be used to set goals, try new coping strategies, and check progress together. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying thoughts and behaviors that get in the way and practicing small changes; virtually this often includes reviewing homework and practicing skills during the session. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps process upsetting memories and can be adapted for remote sessions when appropriate.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Sharon will work collaboratively to match techniques to a person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She often blends methods over time, so plans can change as someone tries different strategies and sees what helps.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the specific session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can help people keep momentum between sessions while they learn new skills and work toward their goals.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Missouri, Wyoming
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does Sharon help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, trauma, relationship and parenting challenges, grief, and codependency among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and interactive, focusing on respect and sensitivity. Sessions emphasize practical tools and collaborative problem solving.
What experience does she bring to therapy?
Sharon has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults, adolescents, and children across a wide range of concerns including trauma and addictive behaviors.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Missouri and also holds an LCSW in Wyoming, and practices out of Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Sharon accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking to learn which formats are offered for live sessions and scheduling.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Sharon?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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