Sharon Sumler, LMSW
Michigan LMSW supporting stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Addictions and recovery
About Sharon Sumler
Sharon Sumler is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 20 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families. She brings a compassionate, person-focused approach to work with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem struggles, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a wide range of related issues. Sharon frames growth as a process that often follows difficult life events, and she helps clients re-evaluate their sense of self-worth and learn practical ways to move forward.
Drawing on clinically informed methods such as client-centered listening, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and skills-based strategies, Sharon partners with each person to tailor treatment to their needs and goals. She also pays attention to attachment, communication patterns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, and other complex factors that affect relationships and daily functioning. Her practice emphasizes understanding, validation, and collaborative problem solving rather than judgment.
Sharon’s personal experience with medical and emotional challenges informs a steady, empathetic style that aims to create space for honest conversation and meaningful change. She is accepting new clients in Michigan and works with individuals across many stages of life who are seeking support for adjustment, healing, and stronger relationships.
Drawing on clinically informed methods such as client-centered listening, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and skills-based strategies, Sharon partners with each person to tailor treatment to their needs and goals. She also pays attention to attachment, communication patterns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, and other complex factors that affect relationships and daily functioning. Her practice emphasizes understanding, validation, and collaborative problem solving rather than judgment.
Sharon’s personal experience with medical and emotional challenges informs a steady, empathetic style that aims to create space for honest conversation and meaningful change. She is accepting new clients in Michigan and works with individuals across many stages of life who are seeking support for adjustment, healing, and stronger relationships.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)HoardingJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuse
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sharon Sumler have?
Sharon Sumler has 20 years of experience.
Is Sharon Sumler a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMSW credential. License details: MI LMSW 6801085876.
In which languages does Sharon Sumler provide therapy?
Sharon provides therapy in English.
Where is Sharon Sumler located?
Sharon is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Sharon Sumler as my therapist?
You can work with Sharon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sharon Sumler work with international clients?
No. Sharon Sumler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sharon Sumler 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 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Sharon draws on client-centered therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the work - this approach is useful for people seeking empathy, clarity, and stronger self-understanding in the face of life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with mood swings. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and patterns of impulsive behavior.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon works with each client to explore what feels most relevant and practical given their goals, symptoms, and personal preferences, and she adapts methods as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from different models to meet each person’s needs.
Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, continuity during life transitions, and multiple ways to communicate so clients can engage in therapy in the format that fits their routines and comfort level.