- Family and parenting
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression and mood
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sharma is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on family and parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, anger, and self-esteem. She aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and supportive for caregivers and individuals concerned about family dynamics.
Her approach is practical and respectful. She listens to what matters most and adapts conversations and plans to each person’s needs. Sessions focus on clear goals, problem-solving, and building everyday skills that help at home and in relationships.
Sharma has long experience helping people navigate family conflict, parenting challenges, and the effects of trauma and abuse. She also works with mood-related issues such as depression, panic, and anger, and addresses worries linked to abandonment, attachment, and adoption or foster care histories.
In sessions she emphasizes sensitivity and compassion while keeping discussions straightforward. She helps people develop coping strategies, improve communication, and manage upsetting feelings in practical ways. She encourages small, steady changes that fit into daily life.
Prospective clients should know she tailors treatment to each situation and collaborates on goals. If you are ready to begin, the typical next step is to use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule according to therapist availability.
Evidence-based approaches for family and trauma work online
Elizabeth uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on skills for managing strong emotions and reducing panic or anger; this involves learning simple breathing and grounding strategies and practicing new responses to upsetting moments. Another approach centers on processing trauma and abuse at a pace you can handle, using structured conversations and coping techniques to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will collaborate with each client to choose methods that match goals, needs, and comfort level. That plan can change as progress is made and new priorities emerge, and decisions are made together in session.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know what options exist for scheduling. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy family routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to connect from different locations within California. Talk with the therapist when you set up your appointment about what will work best for timing and session length.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with family conflict, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, anger, and self-esteem concerns. Additional focuses include attachment, adoption and foster care, and young adult issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical, respectful, and goal-oriented. She listens closely, tailors conversations, and helps people build skills they can use at home.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has 20 years of professional work experience supporting people through family conflict, parenting concerns, and the impact of trauma and abuse.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can clients outside the country work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.