Deborah Sharman, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Deborah Sharman

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Codependency

Adoption Counseling

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Alzheimer's Disease

Behavioral Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Emotionally Focused

Attachment-based

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Deborah Sharman

Hi there, I'm Deborah! Welcome, I am so glad you are here. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you do not have to navigate this alone. Whether you are struggling to find balance amid overwhelming work stress, trying to improve communication in your relationships, or looking for practical ways to ease the heavy weight of anxiety and depression. My focus Are you a motivated, goal-oriented adult ready for change? My focus is to help you break free from the weight of anxiety, depression, stress, transitions, and grief. I support your needs by providing practical collaborative CBT tools and solution-focused to help you untangle relationship issues, break negative cycles, and regain your peace of mind. My approach My therapeutic approach is collaborative, integrative, and tailored entirely to your unique goals. I combine insight-oriented methods like Psychodynamic therapy to help you understand deep-seated patterns, alongside structured, evidence-based practices like CBT, ACT, and BA, to give you immediate tools for change. My communication style My greatest strength as a therapist is my ability to balance deep empathy and warmth with a direct, honest approach. This means you will always feel completely supported and truly heard, while also being gently challenged to see new perspectives and create real, lasting change. My journey to mental healthcare My journey into therapy began with a profound personal realization: therapy works. Having experienced life-changing results as a client myself, I saw firsthand the power of a safe, supportive therapeutic space. This transformation inspired me to transition into this rewarding field. Today, I am dedicated to helping others navigate their own paths.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

John F. Kennedy University, Master's in Counseling
California State University, East Bay (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1740444918

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What practice does Deborah Sharman work with?

Deborah Sharman works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Deborah Sharman?

Deborah Sharman frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Deborah Sharman on their profile.