Dr. Sharon Hansen

Empathetic counselor guiding practical change

LPC Wisconsin

Experience: 6 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Sharon

Dr. Sharon Hansen is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin who blends nearly three decades of school counseling experience with six years as a mental health therapist.

Background and approach

She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and life transitions, tailoring conversations and plans to each persons unique situation. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a compassionate stance toward the work of change.

Dr. Hansen draws on recognized therapy methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered, solution-focused, motivational, and trauma-focused approaches to help clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and pursue goals like greater emotional balance or renewed life purpose.

She frames therapy as a collaborative process and aims to empower clients as they take steps toward more fulfilling day-to-day functioning. With experience addressing panic, post-traumatic stress, family-of-origin themes, and seasonal mood shifts, she adapts the pace and focus to what each person brings to the room.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting environment that helps people explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace; it can be useful for building insight, strengthening self-understanding, and developing personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, panic, and stress-related symptoms. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps clarify personal motivations and supports small, achievable steps toward change.

Finding the right combination of methods is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Hansen works collaboratively with clients to determine which approaches best align with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what is working, adjust strategies, and set attainable objectives so that therapy remains focused and personally relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy life and maintain continuity during transitions. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver counseling, teach coping skills, and follow up on homework or progress in ways that fit different communication styles and schedules.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Dr. Hansen commonly address?

She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life changes, with additional attention to panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, family of origin issues, life purpose, and Seasonal Affective Disorder.

What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?

Her practice uses a mix of approaches including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to match methods to client goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of professional experience as a mental health therapist and nearly 30 years of prior work as a school counselor, bringing a broad background to clinical work.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is a licensed professional counselor with the credential WI LPC 2233 - 125 and practices in Wisconsin.

Can nonlocal or international clients work with her?

She offers services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

In what session formats does she offer therapy?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How are costs and payment handled?

Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Family of origin issuesLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Wisconsin

Languages

English