Sharon Nunez, LCSW
Practical support for life's major transitions
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- 30 years experience
- Focus on midlife
- Family and parenting concerns
About Sharon
Sharon helps people who are dealing with depression, anxiety, and stress. She also supports those navigating family and parenting challenges, and people coping with life changes such as midlife shifts or caregiver responsibilities. Her work often addresses issues like isolation, body image, and chronic illness in straightforward terms.
Clients can expect calm, direct conversation that focuses on practical steps. Sharon listens for patterns that keep people stuck and offers ways to try things differently. Sessions emphasize clearer communication, setting manageable goals, and rebuilding a sense of purpose.
She pays attention to cultural background and how it shapes decisions and relationships. Sharon makes space to talk about family of origin, divorce and separation, and forgiveness when those topics come up. She also helps people think about aging, fertility questions, and the emotional side of disability or chronic pain.
Her practice is people-centered and pragmatic. Sharon works with each person to set priorities and track small changes over time. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to therapist availability via the Start Therapy button.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work and next steps
Sharon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One common approach involves identifying unhelpful patterns in thinking and behavior and replacing them with small, manageable routines that reduce anxiety and lift mood. This helps with stress, depression, and everyday overwhelm.Another frequent emphasis is on communication skills and problem-solving. Sharon teaches ways to speak clearly about needs, set boundaries, and repair strained relationships, which can be useful for parenting and family concerns. She also supports people in making meaning from life transitions, helping clients clarify values and next steps during midlife shifts.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Sharon works with each person to figure out what feels most useful based on goals, life circumstances, and personal preferences. She reviews options together and adjusts methods as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for consistent check-ins during a life transition. Many people find virtual meetings help sustain momentum between sessions and make therapy easier to keep up with over time.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sharon commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, family conflict, and coping with life changes including midlife transitions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is direct and practical, with an emphasis on clearer communication, small goal-setting, and steps people can try between sessions.
How much experience does she bring?
Sharon brings three decades of clinical experience to her work and routinely draws on that background when helping people navigate complex changes.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Sharon?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.