Sharon Black
LICSW and LCSW offering addiction, trauma, and relationship support
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About
Sharon Black, LICSW, LCSW, holds a Master of Social Work and an undergraduate degree in sociology and criminal justice. Licensed in Virginia, she brings six years of outpatient practice and certification in substance abuse counseling. Her background includes facilitating groups for substance abuse and relapse prevention, anger management, conflict resolution, and parenting. She is also a certified prescreener with training in crisis assessment and de-escalation.
Her clinical focus covers depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and stress, childhood traumas and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, and substance use disorders. She also addresses concerns such as grief, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, communication problems, infidelity, and veteran and armed forces issues, drawing from a broad set of clinical interests and additional focus areas.
Sharon describes her counseling style as open and honest yet warm and relatable, with attention to mind, body, and spirit. She works within her professional scope and ethical standards and emphasizes collaboration, aiming to help people clarify goals and take practical steps toward a more balanced and productive life.
Her clinical focus covers depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and stress, childhood traumas and PTSD, relationship and family conflict, and substance use disorders. She also addresses concerns such as grief, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, communication problems, infidelity, and veteran and armed forces issues, drawing from a broad set of clinical interests and additional focus areas.
Sharon describes her counseling style as open and honest yet warm and relatable, with attention to mind, body, and spirit. She works within her professional scope and ethical standards and emphasizes collaboration, aiming to help people clarify goals and take practical steps toward a more balanced and productive life.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 6
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Avoidant personality, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: DC LICSW LC200001652, VA LCSW 0904012232
- NPI Number: 1154933737
- License: LCSW (Virginia), LICSW (District of Columbia)
Remote sessions and therapeutic methods
Sharon provides online sessions using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. In remote work she often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and patterns, offering practical strategies for managing symptoms and daily challenges. Dialectical behavior therapy is also applied to build emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills.
When addressing relational and attachment concerns, she draws on emotionally-focused and attachment-based approaches to deepen emotional awareness and explore patterns that shape relationships. Acceptance and commitment therapy may be used to clarify values and encourage committed action toward meaningful life directions.
These methods are offered collaboratively; Sharon matches approach and communication style to the client’s needs and preferences, and sessions can occur via video, phone, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging to suit different ways of working together.
What is Sharon Black’s professional background?
She holds a Master of Social Work and an undergraduate degree in sociology and criminal justice, and has six years of outpatient practice experience, plus group facilitation and crisis prescreening experience.
What credentials and licenses does she hold?
Sharon is credentialed as LICSW and LCSW. License details listed are DC LICSW LC200001652 and VA LCSW 0904012232.
Which languages does she work in?
This profile indicates she works in English.
Where is Sharon located?
She is licensed and practices in the state of Virginia.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Remote communication options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
Yes. The profile indicates she accepts international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to be connected.