- grief support
- self esteem work
- caregiver stress
About Sharon
Sharon Locklear is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with 33 years of clinical experience. She helps people facing grief, low self-esteem, depression, and compassion fatigue. Sharon also addresses body image concerns, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, and developing more self-love.
Sharon follows practical, evidence-based methods in sessions. She focuses on clear conversation about what feels stuck and what a person wants to change. Sessions involve listening, asking focused questions, and trying small changes that can be practiced between meetings.
People working with major losses or ongoing caregiver strain will find an emphasis on coping strategies. For depression and self-esteem concerns she offers supportive feedback and problem-solving to rebuild motivation and confidence. When body image or relationship endings are present, she helps sort feelings and priorities so next steps are clearer.
Sharon pays attention to compassion fatigue and how caring roles can drain energy. She helps identify realistic boundaries and ways to restore some personal resources. Life purpose topics are approached through examining values, meaningful activities, and manageable changes that fit daily life.
Her tone is direct and steady. She encourages practical steps alongside talking through emotions. To begin, people are asked to describe their current struggles and what they hope will be different from therapy.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Sharon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear problem solving and emotional work. One common approach she uses is structured talk work that helps people name specific problems, set small goals, and practice new responses between sessions; this approach is useful for depression, low motivation, and rebuilding routine. Another approach emphasizes coping skills for grief and caregiver strain, teaching concrete strategies to manage difficult moments and reduce overwhelm.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sharon collaborates with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals, and day-to-day life. She adjusts methods as progress is observed and as priorities change, so the work stays practical and focused on what matters most to the client.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people connect from locations that are more convenient on the day of a session. Sharon will discuss which format suits the client's needs when arranging the first meeting.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
33+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
Sharon works with grief, depression, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on body image, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
She uses evidence-based techniques and practical conversation. Sessions aim to clarify what feels stuck, set small goals, and test changes between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 33 years of professional experience working with people in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and provides services from that state.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries 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 sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and location.
What should I do to begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.