Sharon, is a compassionate and empathic individual, who listens carefully and intelligently offers practical means to support you and help you navigate your way through your issues. With no judgement too. She is a fantastic counsellor and helped me restore my faith in this platform when I was ready to do away with it. FaithfulCounseling must make an effort to ensure that there are more people of the calibre of Sharon offered.
Sharon Sumler, LMSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sharon is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Sharon. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Michigan
Recent reviews
In this short time I couldn’t of been blessed with a better counselor .. I appreciate her!
More about Sharon
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LMSW
Hello, my name is Sharon, I am a Licensed Clinical and Macro Master Social Worker (LMSW) from the state of Michigan and currently reside in Southern California. I am also a Certified Anxiety Treatment Profession in Social Distancing. I have 16 years (and counting) of experience with working with family, children, teens, adults and couples.
I believe that growth comes through challenging experiences that ultimately forces us to learn how to move forward in life and to re-evaluate our self-worth. I have had my own personal struggles in life, medically and emotionally, and have learned to work at overcoming them. I am a very understanding person and know that we all need someone to talk to and to find comfort in without being judge, and that is the reason I would like to be that person for you.
I look forward with working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Depression
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Hoarding
Jealousy
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sharon Sumler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346340965.
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801085876 · Expires February 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Sharon Sumler
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Sharon, is a compassionate and empathic individual, who listens carefully and intelligently offers practical means to support you and help you navigate your way through your issues. With no judgement too. She is a fantastic counsellor and helped me restore my faith in this platform when I was ready to do away with it. FaithfulCounseling must make an effort to ensure that there are more people of the calibre of Sharon offered.
In this short time I couldn’t of been blessed with a better counselor .. I appreciate her!
Sharon has been amazing to work with even when I don't know what I'm trying to work on. She is kind and empathetic, and has a no-nonsense approach. Even on a bad day she makes me laugh and I know I can get through whatever is going on. Very highly recommend her, best therapist I've ever had!
Sharon is kind, caring, and understanding. She will listen and offer support and offers great advice and will help you to come to better understand yourself!
Sharon Sumler is a very down-to-earth Therapist. She listens well, is quick to understand a situation, and has great foresight too. I am impressed thus far.
Sharon is really understanding and she makes me feel very comfortable during each session. She has been a great help to me so far.
Sharon is a great listener and really helped me see things from a different perspective, she's great!
I love Sharon Sumler, she has helped me with grief the loss of my cat. With already 3 sessions Iam feeling stronger ! Also I struggle with depression and anxiety. Sharon has given me the tools to cope with the anxiety, I can feel the weight off my shoulders is improving! I love her compassion , education and expertise for me to get on a healthy lifestyle. Thank you❤❤
I am happy with my sessions with Sharon! She is a friend that I have been looking for and needed at this time with a pint of view that is not bias toward me due to history!
The most respectful and understanding therapist I’ve ever met
Sharon's approach to therapy works wonderfully for me, she is extremely supportive and makes me feel heard. I highly recommend her if you are looking for support.
Beyond happy to be matched with Sharon! She asks compelling and thought-provoking questions that I myself haven't thought about! I have witnessed her expertise when she was able to take cues from everything I tell her. She's constructive and I feel like I'm speaking with a long-time friend whenever I open up to her. I look forward coming back to her shall I feel that I need some shaking up. Thanks, Sharon, and more power to you!
Sharon has been a great support system and complete understanding.
Sharon is great! She has listened to me patiently and provided me with lots of encouragement!
Frequently asked questions
Does Sharon Sumler offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sharon Sumler works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Sharon Sumler speak?
Sharon Sumler speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sharon Sumler have?
Sharon Sumler has 20 years of experience.
Where is Sharon Sumler licensed to practice?
Sharon Sumler is licensed to practice in Michigan.
Does Sharon Sumler accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Sharon Sumler accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Sharon Sumler offer?
Sharon Sumler offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sharon Sumler?
Sharon Sumler can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Sharon Sumler?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.