Sharon Sumler, LMSW
Michigan LMSW guiding life transitions
- Anxiety and stress
- Addictions recovery
- Family relationships
About Sharon Sumler
Sharon Sumler is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) licensed in Michigan with 20 years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents. She has worked across a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship and family challenges, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, parenting difficulties, anger, self-esteem struggles, career transitions, bipolar disorder, ADHD and compassion fatigue.
Sharon emphasizes a respectful, strengths-based approach that honors each person’s pace and priorities. She believes growth often follows difficult experiences that invite a re-evaluation of self-worth and coping patterns, and she partners with clients to identify practical steps forward. Her work integrates client-centered listening with targeted strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior and mindfulness-oriented methods when appropriate.
Sharon also draws on personal experience with medical and emotional challenges to inform a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance. As an LMSW - a credential that denotes a licensed social work professional trained to provide clinical care - she focuses on helping clients gain clarity, build skills and navigate life transitions. She aims to create a supportive space where people can explore concerns and develop sustainable coping strategies, and she looks forward to working with those seeking change and growth.
Sharon emphasizes a respectful, strengths-based approach that honors each person’s pace and priorities. She believes growth often follows difficult experiences that invite a re-evaluation of self-worth and coping patterns, and she partners with clients to identify practical steps forward. Her work integrates client-centered listening with targeted strategies from cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior and mindfulness-oriented methods when appropriate.
Sharon also draws on personal experience with medical and emotional challenges to inform a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance. As an LMSW - a credential that denotes a licensed social work professional trained to provide clinical care - she focuses on helping clients gain clarity, build skills and navigate life transitions. She aims to create a supportive space where people can explore concerns and develop sustainable coping strategies, and she looks forward to working with those seeking change and growth.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)HoardingJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuse
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharon Sumler have?
Sharon Sumler has 20 years of experience.
Is Sharon Sumler a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801085876.
In which languages does Sharon Sumler provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharon Sumler located?
Sharon Sumler is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Sharon Sumler as my therapist?
You can work with Sharon Sumler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharon Sumler work with international clients?
Sharon Sumler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharon Sumler cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online care and support
Sharon uses client-centered therapy to place the client's goals and lived experience at the center of each session, offering empathic listening and collaboration to identify priorities and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help clients notice and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression and stress and support practical problem solving. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts and impulsive behaviors.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sharon works collaboratively with clients to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals and preferences, and she tailors interventions over time as progress is made and circumstances change.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and life transitions. These formats offer flexibility in how and when clients connect with licensed professionals, allowing consistent access to care from different locations and supporting continuity during periods of change.