Hello, I am Christina Sharp. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri and went on to get my clinical license (LCSW). I reside in Missouri and I am licensed in Missouri, Nevada, and Massachusetts. I have worked for clinics and have seen clients in-person, via telehealth, and in-home. I now have my own private practice and see client's via telehealth. I am a wife and a mother to an amazing young daughter, who I love to spend my off time with. I am also an animal lover with three of my own; my 7yr old dog Phoenix, and my litter-mate 10yr old cats Radar and Ziva. My self-care includes spending time out in nature with my family, including getting my hands dirty in my garden. I enjoy reading and spending quality time with my young child. Over the winter months, I also enjoy crocheting and learning new skills.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. I have an intake assessment that I will go through to get a full rounded picture of your life. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. I always want my clients to feel comfortable with sharing because I know allowing ourselves to be vulnerable can be very difficult. I ask that my clients only share what they are comfortable with and if they are not ready to talk about struggles, that is okay too. I appreciate that my clients are here seeking assistance in their journey and I will work at that pace that is necessary for each individual client.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Starting off my social work career in 2014, I have worked with clients with mental health struggles, including trauma, for over 10 years. I have worked with the state of Missouri in child welfare, intensive in-home services, community mental health case-worker, and as a therapist. I am passionate about working with people at their pace, and enjoy working with people where they are at.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy is a very common technique used in talk therapy to help client's understand how their thoughts and actions are related. I use this skill in conjunction with other techniques that best suit my client's needs.
EMDR
EMDR can be used with many clients experiencing intense reactions to situations. When I use EMDR, I focus first on coping mechanisms so my client's are comfortable processing both in session and between sessions.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I feel mindfulness is at the root of most coping mechanisms and what allows our bodies to connect with out thoughts and feelings. I am certified in Mindfulness Training and use a lot of mindfulness based skills throughout my sessions.