- Values based work
- Skills and coping
- Relational focus
About Sharon
Dr. Sharon Belhamel offers calm, practical support for people facing health and life changes. She helps clients who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, stress, relationship strain, or the challenges of chronic illness and caregiving. Dr. Belhamel uses clear, down-to-earth language and focuses on small, manageable steps people can try between sessions.
Her approach blends several evidence-informed methods. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and live with difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking and build different habits. Attachment-based ideas inform work around relationship patterns and intimacy concerns.
With 20 years of experience as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she has worked with a wide range of concerns. This includes grief, trauma and abuse, addiction-related issues, ADHD, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of chronic pain or illness. She also supports people navigating career shifts and identity questions, including LGBT concerns.
Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-focused. The therapist listens first, then helps people set realistic goals they can test in everyday life. Techniques may include values clarification, small behavioral experiments, and skills for managing intense emotions.
People who prefer practical tools and a relational perspective may find this style helpful. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and use the site's Start Therapy flow to begin the process.
Her approach blends several evidence-informed methods. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify values and live with difficult thoughts. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking and build different habits. Attachment-based ideas inform work around relationship patterns and intimacy concerns.
With 20 years of experience as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she has worked with a wide range of concerns. This includes grief, trauma and abuse, addiction-related issues, ADHD, caregiver stress, and the emotional impact of chronic pain or illness. She also supports people navigating career shifts and identity questions, including LGBT concerns.
Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-focused. The therapist listens first, then helps people set realistic goals they can test in everyday life. Techniques may include values clarification, small behavioral experiments, and skills for managing intense emotions.
People who prefer practical tools and a relational perspective may find this style helpful. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before booking and use the site's Start Therapy flow to begin the process.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them, and then take small actions that match their values. This can be useful for coping with chronic illness, life transitions, and ongoing anxiety. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. That approach suits problems like depression, stress, and anger. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connections and intimacy; it can help with relationship strain and intimacy-related issues.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, test methods, and adjust strategies over time. Clients are invited to offer feedback so the plan stays practical and relevant to their life.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions are more manageable. Some people find video helps them practice communication skills in real time, while others prefer phone check-ins for quicker support. The therapist will discuss which arrangements best fit the client's schedule and needs.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a practical, collaborative style with clear steps and skill building. Sessions focus on problem-solving, values work, and managing emotions in daily life.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 20 years of clinical experience working with a range of mental health and life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - and practices from Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.