Sharon Stines, LPCC, CA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.55

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“She seems honest and genuine and I feel she can relate. She also thinks about your situation and finds resources to review later as well.”

More than 1 year ago

About Sharon Stines

Focus areas

Anger Management

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Pediatric Personality Disorder

Sex Therapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

EMDR

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Eclectic

Integrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Sharon Stines

I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy to help people overcome the negative effects of all types of trauma, including emotional, physical, sexual, and narcissistic abuse, domestic violence, and psychological manipulation. Understanding trauma is essential: it is pervasive and does not discriminate. Terrible events or repeated daily stresses can affect anyone, making life more difficult. Importantly, trauma is not defined by the event itself but by the individual’s experience of it. EMDR therapy is a structured approach that helps people heal from trauma or other distressing life experiences. It consists of eight phases: (1) History and Treatment Planning; (2) Preparation; (3) Assessment; (4) Desensitization; (5) Installation; (6) Body Scan; (7) Closure; and (8) Reevaluation. During therapy, attention is given to a negative image, belief, and body sensation related to specific traumatic events. While the client focuses on the upsetting memory, the therapist guides sets of side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or taps. After each set, the client notices what comes to mind. These sets are repeated until the event becomes less disturbing. EMDR helps the brain process traumatic memories by disconnecting the brain’s “fight, flight, and freeze” response from the original event(s). The bilateral stimulation involved helps resolve negative memories and “rewires” the brain, installing more positive, resilient imagery. I earned my PsyD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Southern California, which informs my compassionate and evidence-based approach to trauma therapy.

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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

University of Southern California, PsyD in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1023527710

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.55

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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She seems honest and genuine and I feel she can relate. She also thinks about your situation and finds resources to review later as well.

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She’s very helpful, knowledgeable and sincere

More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner

June 10, 2022Jennifer A.Verified patientVideo visit

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What practice does Sharon Stines work with?

Sharon Stines works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Sharon Stines?

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

What languages does Sharon Stines speak?

Sharon Stines speaks English.

How do patients rate Sharon Stines in reviews?

11 patients have reviewed Sharon Stines. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.55/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.