Sharie Kelley, LCSW
Experienced Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Trauma and addictions
- CBT and EMDR
- Culturally aware care
About Sharie Kelley
Sharie Kelley is an Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with three decades of experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Hawaii at Manoa, earned in 1989, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences from Hawaii Pacific College in Honolulu. Early in her career she spent 22 years living and working in Hawaii where social work training emphasized cultural awareness, which helped shape her respect for diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
Sharie is credentialed in addictions as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor level I (CADC I) and trained in MRT, a reality-based approach used in correctional settings. She uses a flexible, psychoeducational style grounded in cognitive behavioral techniques and Adlerian principles, and she is fully trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - a therapeutic method used for trauma and anxiety. Her practice approach blends practical skills with insight to help clients build coping strategies and address underlying patterns.
Her clinical history includes outpatient work in community mental health, dual-diagnosis treatment at a methadone clinic, trauma and addictions counseling, and seven years of solo crisis intervention covering a wide range of acute presentations in settings such as emergency rooms, jails, schools, and homes. Earlier work encompassed child and family therapy, adoption social work, and a private practice serving military dependents and couples. She often incorporates mediation-style techniques that focus on triggers, communication, and love languages to guide healing and improve relationships.
Sharie is credentialed in addictions as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor level I (CADC I) and trained in MRT, a reality-based approach used in correctional settings. She uses a flexible, psychoeducational style grounded in cognitive behavioral techniques and Adlerian principles, and she is fully trained in EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - a therapeutic method used for trauma and anxiety. Her practice approach blends practical skills with insight to help clients build coping strategies and address underlying patterns.
Her clinical history includes outpatient work in community mental health, dual-diagnosis treatment at a methadone clinic, trauma and addictions counseling, and seven years of solo crisis intervention covering a wide range of acute presentations in settings such as emergency rooms, jails, schools, and homes. Earlier work encompassed child and family therapy, adoption social work, and a private practice serving military dependents and couples. She often incorporates mediation-style techniques that focus on triggers, communication, and love languages to guide healing and improve relationships.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharie Kelley have?
Sharie Kelley has 30 years of experience.
Is Sharie Kelley a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are OR LCSW L7820.
In which languages does Sharie Kelley provide therapy?
Sharie Kelley provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharie Kelley located?
Sharie Kelley is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Sharie Kelley as my therapist?
You can work with Sharie Kelley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharie Kelley work with international clients?
Sharie Kelley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharie Kelley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches and Online Options for Trauma and Change
Sharie Kelley uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and improve day to day functioning. She is also fully trained in EMDR, a trauma-focused method that works with how the brain processes disturbing memories to reduce their emotional intensity; this approach is often used for trauma and related anxiety. In addition, her client-centered orientation emphasizes listening and collaboration so that clients feel heard and can guide the pace and focus of work.
Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Sharie works with each person to explore their needs, goals, and preferences and to tailor methods that fit their situation, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Sharie can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, balance therapy with work and family commitments, and maintain continuity of care when life requires it.