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Sharleen Nwakwesi

Compassionate guidance for practical change

LCSW Florida

Experience
28 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Sharleen

Sharleen Nwakwesi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family challenges, and transitions related to health and caregiving.

Background and approach

With 28 years of experience, she centers work on the client’s priorities and strengths, guiding each person to make practical choices that support meaningful change in daily life. Her style blends client-centered listening with solution-focused strategies and cognitive behavioral techniques, aiming to create a collaborative environment built on respect and trust.

Sharleen often works with individuals and families facing the emotional impact of medical issues, caregiver strain, traumatic brain injury, aging and geriatric concerns, cancer, and related life adjustments. She also addresses issues such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, anger, social anxiety, isolation, and the effects of prejudice and discrimination.

Sharleen trained in psychology and social work at the Universities of Toronto and York and holds a Master’s degree in Social Work. Licensed in Florida as an LCSW (FL LCSW SW13098), she brings a pragmatic, empathetic approach to helping clients set realistic goals and build on existing resources as they work toward improved coping and well-being.

Approach-focused care delivered online



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and to develop concrete strategies for changing behavior and improving mood, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to set their own goals while the therapist offers support and validation. Motivational Interviewing helps clarify personal motivation and supports change when someone feels ambivalent about making different choices.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or medical appointments. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access support from Florida without needing to travel, while allowing therapists and clients to tailor session pacing and communication styles to what works best for the individual.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, anger, career challenges, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, along with related areas such as aging, cancer, caregiver stress, and traumatic brain injury.
What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?
Her approach is client-centered and solution-focused, often incorporating cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to help clients explore choices and build practical coping skills.
How long has she practiced as a clinician?
She brings 28 years of professional counseling experience to her practice, working with a variety of client concerns and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW SW13098, and practices in Florida.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available with this therapist?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or through text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does payment and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesIsolation / lonelinessPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

28+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English