Sharon Bailey, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, NY

Licensed

Online Counseling

(48 reviews)

LCSW, BCD Sharon Bailey

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Sharon Bailey is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: LCSW, BCD Years in Practice: 30 State: New York

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.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Issues: Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Grief Depression 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
Languages Spoken: English

Services offered

Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Sharon is extremely competent and empathetic. I was going through a rough time in my life and don’t know what I would have done without her and her expertise and being able to speak with someone. She has the ability to really get to the root of the problem and offer great suggestions to move forward. Her Christ centered approach was extremely helpful. I would highly recommend Sharon!

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.

Sharon was kind and patient. She listened carefully as I went on and on forever, without interrupting me. She gently offered pearls of wisdom when I took a moment every now and then to stop complaining . In a very nonjudgmental way, Sharon understood and acknowledged my feelings and circumstances and was very supportive . She offered very practical and encouraging advice to help me heal and grow one day at a time. After just one session, with Sharon, a professional counselor (who felt more like a good friend), I was better able to handle my emotional stressors for the rest of the week. I’m looking forward to my next session with Sharon!

Absolutely love Mrs. Sharon, she is timely and authentic from the first session we had. Her past experience and my current experience coincide so that our sessions are clear and effective. We share the same faith in Christ so all of our conversations are rooted and aligned. Very grateful for Mrs. Sharon and better help for making our sessions so seamless!

I really love Sharon’s style, she talks to me like a person vs clinical , she asks great questions that I ponder for days and gives great suggestions and homework. I really enjoy my sessions with her.

I’m grateful for YOU!

We have only had 2 sessions. Sharon is an excellent listener. She is quite adept @ pinpointing the crux of the matter. She is insightful & thoughtful, yet kind & considerate.

She is very attentive and offers solutions where applicable.

Sharon is a highly skilled therapist with a tremendous ability to understand her clients.

I have had 3 sessions so far with Sharon and she is already helping. She listens to what o have to say and provides a fair response and challenges my answers. She also has a sense of humour which helps at times.

I was very skeptical about therapy. Finally gave in and reached out and now I’m definitely getting the help I needed. My therapist has helped me come to realizations of things I wouldn’t have really thought about

I feel safe with Sharon, and I feel heard and understood. She is helping understand myself better.

She's great

She listens and offers great advice. She somehow makes me see things that are right in front or me. Like why I wanted or needed therapy.....the real reasons. She also tries to relate to me during our conversation by sharing her own feelings and experiences that relate to our topic.

Thanks for the support.

In the short time I have been speaking with Sharon she has helped me tremendously.

Sharon is incredibly attentive without seeming judgmental. She is not afraid to ask the tough questions and be silent to listen to your whole response. She gets you thinking and gives you great tips that truly improve your relationships and mental health. The first appointment I had with her I was having a panic attack she brought me from a 10+ to like a 2 within 10-15 minutes. I am so grateful she took me on as a client.

I love talking with her she listens and ask good questions and I feel comfortable.

I feel Very comfortable speaking to Sharon. She knows my primary concerns and helps me to address them

Sharon Bailey's listen with empathy, holds space for my concerns and prescribe ways to reflect and think about how to move forward positively!

Sharon Bailey is everything I thought therapy couldn't be. She is clear, direct, motivating, and honest. Every time we end a session, I have a clearer understanding of many of my whys and ways to pivot to reach my goals. Thank you, Sharon.

She’s great! I like the weekly tips, homework (because I ask for it), summaries and check ins. This is the first time I feel like I am getting something out of therapy then just someone to listen to me.

Sharon deeply connects with me and understands my pain. Her sincerity and passion to help me heal from my trauma is very touching and it motivates me to want to take the steps required to slowly get better. Sharon is also very open in sharing her own struggles, which makes her extremely relatable and helps me tremendously to open up to her things that I am ashamed of.

Sharon has been immensely helpful in leading me to understand myself on a deeper level. She responds to messages in a timely manner, is highly approachable and very honest in her responses.

Sharon is amazing! She is extremely wise, kind, skilled, and helpful! I feel so much better after just a few therapy sessions with her. I felt like it was very easy for me to open up to her instantly. Sharon has helped guide me along my journey to healing and I’m grateful for being assigned to her. She is a wonderful therapist who goes above and beyond. Her strategies and techniques are excellent and highly-efficient. I highly recommend Sharon for all therapy needs.

I've only had a couple sessions with Sharon so far but I can already tell that she is a really great match for me. I feel like I can relate to her and she has a lot of experience helping people. I really look forward to our sessions every week.

Sharon is not just a great listener but also talks back. She’s very intelligent and really grasps what I’m saying. She’s very honest and a good communicator. I feel like she’s able to relate to me well.

She is fantastic! Super helpful and grateful for Sharon

Sharon is the first therapist that spoke to me in a way that didn't make me feel like she was judging me or incapable to handle my personality. I am grateful for her.

Very helpful and I appreciate her time

We've only had 2 sessions, but I think Sharon really understands where I'm coming from & she asks the appropriate questions. She's easy to talk to, so I feel I can open up to her.

In the month that Sharon and I have worked together not only have I felt super validated by her but I have also grown so much within myself. This was a huge milestone in my self love journey and I feel entirely better now than how I started. I’m so grateful I got assigned to her as my therapist. I hope to return someday to BetterHelp and hopefully to her. In the meantime, thank you Sharon for all that you’ve taught and given me! - P

Sharon has been extremely helpful and makes me feel heard. She has been able to help me understand and see things in a different light. In the short time I’ve had sessions with Sharon she has already helped me so much and I would recommend her to anyone. She is amazing!!

Sharon is lovely. She listens and understands. She helps reframe the situation in a way that you can see it with fresh eyes- much needed when you’ve lived with a problem for years and haven’t been able to resolve it for yourself. I feel safe talking to her.

Sharon has been very helpful. Easy to talk to and always prompt to respond to messages.

Sharon is very understanding and has been a good help in seeing things from a different perspective. She’s helped me in seeing myself in a new light. She’s knowledgeable and down to earth and a friendly voice to speak with.

Sharon is a gem! I'm so glad to have found her. Every session was helpful and I felt better faster than I expected. She is perceptive and en point with her counseling, incorporating spiritual and psychological aspects and just the right amount of humor. She is very experienced and I have the highest respect for her.

Sharon is a straight shooter, which is what I like. I needed a person that can listen and help me through my though times. I would recommend Sharon for anyone seeking counseling.

Sharon really listened to me and my perspective, and she guided me to a better mental state. I have achieved the goals that she helped me set and address.

Working with Sharon is like a breath of fresh air. She listens well and speedily suggests solutions I hadn't thought of before. She is kind and respectful. I really lile her.

Sharon is an excellent therapist.She has helped me work through some of my issues and I have seen progress.She is attentive to details and gives one her full attention.It is also easy to communicate with her be it during the live sessions or via text.Thank you Sharon.

Sharon has been extremely helpful in my growth. She has opened my eyes to what grief is and has given me tools to navigate through my rough times. I am forever grateful for her service.

Sharon is expert in her field and have really helped me have clarity around my relationship and peace of mind in my life. Thank you Sharon

Sharon has made herself available to me in ways that I've never seen from a counselor before. In addition to our weekly video chats, she checks on me via email during the week and responds with thoughtful suggestions for me to work on before our next meeting. Her insights have helped me uncover things that have been burdening me for many years. I am thankful for her expertise and her ability to establish a supportive relationship quickly. I am very thankful I was matched with her.

I feel that Sharon is a very kind, but also just demanding enough of you to make yourself better in a short amount of time. She listens to what I have to say and tailors her responses in a way that resonate with me. I am really looking forward to our future sessions and can’t recommend her enough.

Completely grateful to be paired with such an understanding soul.

Sharon Bailey is a great counsellor. She has good insight, listens without judgement, and is always available when you need it. Her tips are applicable and her feedback is authentic and genuine. She is a great supporter for those who are ready and need her assistance. I highly endorse her as she has made a positive impact on my journey and can do the same for you.

Sharon has been great so far, looking forward to working more with her. She is prompt and pays attention to details!

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