Sharon Jenkins, LCSW, CSW

Sharon Jenkins, LCSW, CSW, supports people who are facing stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and relationship concerns. She works with clients who are struggling with grief, trauma, self-esteem, sleep and eating issues, and the everyday challenges of parenting and career change. Sharon aims to create a straightforward, down-to-earth space where people can talk through their problems and set realistic goals.

Her style is client-centered and strengths based. She focuses on practical steps that help people move forward. Conversations are honest and direct, and she emphasizes teamwork in creating a plan that fits each person’s life.

Sharon trained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with degrees in psychology and clinical social work, and she is licensed in Georgia as an LCSW. She brings 25 years of experience helping people work through complex life issues and co-occurring concerns such as chronic illness, caregiving stress, and codependency.

In sessions she blends approaches to match what a person needs, drawing on methods that focus on values, present-moment choices, emotion, and practical skill-building. She helps people sort priorities, test small changes, and build coping habits that last.

Outside of clinical work she is a parent of a young adult, values faith and family, and enjoys hiking, music, and the beach. Sharon describes therapy as a collaborative effort and invites people who want steady, compassionate support to consider connecting with her.

How Sharon’s approaches translate to online work

Sharon often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify what matters most and take small, values-driven actions even when feelings are difficult. This approach can help with stress, anxiety, addiction-related struggles, and life transitions.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is practical and skill oriented, which can be useful for mood, sleep, eating concerns, and coping with change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Sharon will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions so techniques feel useful and realistic for everyday life.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with Sharon about how to structure sessions so they match your routine and goals.