Sharon McKay

Sharon McKay is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida. She brings 16 years of counseling experience and works with adults on concerns such as stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and coping with life changes. Sharon uses a practical, person-centered approach that focuses on what matters to each individual. She speaks English and does not work with international clients.

Her background includes work across a wide range of challenges, including ADHD, trauma and abuse, LGBTQ concerns, relationship and family struggles, and mood disorders. She blends several counseling approaches to match the client’s needs, using techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral methods, emotion-focused work, mindfulness, existential thinking, and client-centered care.

In sessions Sharon aims to be collaborative and straightforward. She helps people identify unhelpful patterns, set concrete goals, and try new ways of responding. She also draws on motivational strategies when substance use or addictive behaviors are involved, and on mindful practices to reduce stress and improve day-to-day coping.

Sharon describes her style as flexible and creative. She focuses on building a respectful working relationship first, then on practical steps that support healthier routines and clearer communication. Her experience includes helping people with eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and life transitions.

To begin a working relationship clients use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to Sharon’s availability. Costs vary by location and are charged through a cancellable subscription model.

How Sharon’s Approaches Work Online

Client-centered therapy puts the person’s goals first. The therapist listens closely and helps clients name what matters. This approach is useful for life changes, self-esteem issues, and improving relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thinking and behavior. It helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new actions. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, depression, panic, and managing ADHD challenges.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on feelings and connection. It helps people identify core emotions and learn new ways of responding during conflict or stress. This can support relationship concerns and patterns tied to abandonment or attachment wounds.

Finding the right fit is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together the client and therapist try approaches and adjust course based on what works for the person.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or choosing a meeting style that uses less bandwidth if connection is limited. Licensed professionals can use online sessions to practice the same skills as in-person work, while keeping scheduling flexible to match everyday demands.