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Sharon Klinger

Sharon Klinger

LPC

Therapist · Pennsylvania · 25+ years of experience

Compassionate counselor focused on practical change

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  • 25 years experience
  • Anger and stress
  • Pennsylvania LPC

About Sharon

Sharon Klinger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 25 years of experience. She offers calm, straightforward support for people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship tensions, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and anger. Sharon aims to meet each person where they are and to treat them with respect and compassion.

Her work focuses on practical conversations and clear plans. She listens to what matters most to the client and tailors sessions to those needs. That might include learning ways to manage strong emotions, improving communication, or finding healthier responses to conflict.

Sharon also helps people dealing with body image, caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, and the emotional fallout of divorce or separation. She addresses impulse control, isolation, and the search for purpose during life transitions. Many people find support here for panic attacks, mood shifts, and post-traumatic stress.

She describes therapy as a collaborative effort. Sessions are built around the client’s goals and the steps needed to reach them. Sharon emphasizes practical tools alongside thoughtful conversation so change feels manageable.

Taking a first step can feel hard, and Sharon frames that move as courageous. She guides clients through small, achievable changes and adapts plans as progress is made. If someone wants a therapist who listens first and works toward concrete improvements, Sharon offers that steady approach.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger management

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

How evidence-based methods translate to online work

Sharon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions toward clear goals. One common approach focuses on learning concrete skills to manage strong emotions and reduce reactive behavior; this helps people who struggle with anger, panic, or impulsivity. Another approach emphasizes improving communication and problem-solving so relationship tensions and conflicts feel easier to handle.

Finding the right approach often takes a few conversations. Sharon treats the process as collaborative and will help clients test methods to see what fits best. She adapts techniques to the person’s needs, goals, and daily routines so progress can be steady and realistic.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. Therapists and clients can use remote sessions to practice skills between meetings and to apply new habits in real-life settings, which can speed learning and support lasting change.

At a glance

Listed location
Pennsylvania
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Pennsylvania)
LPC · No. PC018071
NPI
1841022811

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Sharon commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and anger. Additional areas include body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and mood concerns.

What is her therapy style like?

Sharon takes a practical, collaborative approach. She listens first, then builds a tailored plan with coping strategies and communication skills.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 25 years of professional work experience helping people with emotional and behavioral concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Pennsylvania.

Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to work with her?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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