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Dr. Sharon Myers

Dr. Sharon Myers

LMFT

Therapist · California · 15+ years of experience

Calm, practical therapy for change

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  • Relationship support
  • Anger and stress
  • Self-esteem work

About Sharon

Dr. Sharon Myers is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15 years of experience in California. She helps people manage relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. Her work emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in straightforward conversations.

She focuses on practical, individualized care. Sessions center on clear goals and steps that fit each person's life. Dr. Myers adapts the pace and style of therapy to what the client needs most, whether that is short-term coaching or more in-depth work over time.

Main concerns she addresses include anxiety, stress, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people facing career questions, ADHD-related challenges, and issues around body image, self-love, and midlife transitions. Aging and caregiver stress are part of her additional focus areas.

Her conversations aim to build confidence and increase coping skills. She helps clients notice patterns that get in the way and try new ways of responding. Progress is tracked through regular check-ins and collaborative adjustments to the plan.

Dr. Myers works from a place of compassion and practical problem solving. She encourages taking small steps that lead to meaningful change and helps people stick with those steps when life gets hard.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveWomen's issues

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online work and goals

Dr. Myers uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear goals and practical steps. One common approach is structured problem-solving, which helps people break large problems into manageable tasks and try new behaviors to see what changes. This is useful for stress, anger, and daily life challenges.

Another frequent focus is emotion-focused conversation. These sessions help identify strong feelings, understand what triggers them, and develop ways to respond differently over time. This approach often helps with relationship tension, grief, and self-esteem issues.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted as progress is tracked and new issues come up.

Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow quicker check-ins during transitional periods. It can also let someone use a shorter session for a brief coaching check or a longer session when deeper work is needed.

At a glance

Listed location
California
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English
License (California)
LMFT · No. 97157
NPI
1861686735

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 kinds of concerns can I bring to therapy?

Dr. Myers works with people who face relationship problems, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, and life changes. She also addresses career questions, ADHD-related challenges, and caregiver stress.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is practical and collaborative. She tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs and focuses on clear steps and regular check-ins.

What is her background and experience?

She has 15 years of professional experience helping people with motivation, self-esteem, and coping during transitions. That work has included issues like trauma, compassion fatigue, and intimacy concerns.

What credentials and region does she represent?

She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, practicing in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific session fees depend on those factors.

How do I begin working with her?

To start, 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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