Therapist profile
Sharon McKay, LMHC
Florida
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Florida / MH18555
- NPI1477949055
- Experience16 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- CBT techniques
- Emotion-focused work
- Mindfulness practices
About Sharon
Sharon McKay is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 16 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family concerns, eating issues, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
Her practice favors a client-centered stance where the person in front of her sets the pace. Sessions draw on clear, practical methods rather than abstract theory. Sharon mixes approaches to suit each person’s situation, and she aims for straightforward conversations about patterns, triggers, and next steps.
Sharon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people recognize and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. She also uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address attachment and relationship dynamics, and Mindfulness Therapy to build present-moment awareness and stress management skills. These methods are combined with motivational interviewing and existential perspectives when useful.
In sessions Sharon focuses on concrete skills - breathing and grounding, restructuring thoughts, and practicing new ways to handle conflict. She also helps people understand how past experiences affect current responses, including anger and impulsive reactions.
Her approach is practical and collaborative. Fees vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's concerns. It creates space for the person to voice what matters most and for the therapist to respond with supportive questions and practical feedback. This approach helps when someone needs to work through anger, relationship friction, or life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and trying small experiments to change them. It is useful for anxiety, panic, impulsivity, and anger because it gives concrete steps to test and adjust old habits. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at emotional responses and connection patterns in close relationships, which can help when anger shows up around attachment or communication problems.
Sharon will work collaboratively to find which methods fit best for each person’s goals and preferences. Deciding on an approach is a shared process that can shift as work progresses, with regular check-ins about what is helping.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt exercises, homework, and mindfulness practices so they can be used between sessions and in everyday life.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and related issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and practical, combining clear tools and conversational work to address patterns and triggers.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience working with people across a range of challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work with her?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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