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Sharon Bailey, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationships Grief Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a rich background in social work spanning over 30 years. I have served in various capacities, including as a Combat Medic in the Army, an Air Force Reservist, and ultimately retiring from Active Duty Air Force as a Social Worker. Additionally, I have spent 8 years in private practice before relocating from San Antonio, Texas to the New York area to be closer to my aging family members.

Throughout my career, I have gained extensive expertise in academia, mental health, school counseling, life coaching, critical incident debriefing, and group work. My therapeutic approach is rooted in client-centered care, where I prioritize the needs and goals of my clients. I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques, including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Emotional Freedom Technique (also known as Tapping).

In our sessions, I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where we work together to address the challenges you are facing. I assign homework and actively engage in dialogue to ensure progress and growth.

Professional experience

30yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationships Grief Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, First responder issues, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

TX LCSW 18464

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sharon Bailey. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Sharon just had this understanding and calming presence. I just started with one session and felt so familiar that I haven’t stopped since despite some long intervals. Can’t recommend enough!

Written on Oct 09, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue

When I started with BetterHelp, I matched with Sharon and initially thought I could always switch if needed but Sharon has been an excellent match right off the bat! She listens and responds, challenges me and reminds me to celebrate the wins. She’s realistic and grounded and I would definitely recommend her.

Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 2 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd

I’ve only had two sessions so far and it’s going well. She’s very prompt on responding and being on time for pre video sessions. It’s very helpful when she sends me a summary of what we talked about. I feel like a priority when she checks on me in between sessions.

Written on Aug 11, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Sharon is patient, kind and understanding, She listens long and hard. She is even able to get me back on track when I ramble on and forget what I’m supposed to be complaining about in the first place !
Sharon’s years of experience clearly show when she asks a few poignant questions to help crystallize, prioritize and focus on, the issue to be dealt with first.
She is clear and on point as she offers professional advice in a relatable, down to earth, and compassionate way.
After our sessions, I feel as if I’ve spoken to a trusted friend who cares about my well being and wants to help me be my best self. I highly recommend her!

Written on Jul 01, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, coaching, and adhd

Excellent listener, very down to earth.

Written on Jun 10, 2024 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues

I've only had a few sessions thus far with Sharon but it has been an immediate relief to know that I am in good hands. Ms. Sharon is relatable, she started with homework which I like because I NEED a therapist who wants to get to the bottom of my why and I want a therapist who is beyond the textbook. Ms. Sharon makes me want to trust the process and I normally need to know what is what before making a move.

Written on Oct 01, 2023 after therapy with Sharon for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coa