Sharon Baxter , LPC

Sharon Baxter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama who helps people navigate difficult emotional and relational transitions. With five years of experience, she focuses on building resilience, fostering self-understanding, and improving relationship dynamics for individuals facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, and life changes.

Her work extends to a wide range of concerns including aging and geriatric issues, attachment and blended family challenges, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, life purpose, self-love, women's issues, workplace difficulties, and young adult concerns. Sharon combines practical coping strategies with skills that strengthen communication and self-compassion, tailoring her work to each person’s circumstances.

Sharon draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to create individualized plans that address both thoughts and emotions while promoting healthier behaviors and relationships. She emphasizes trauma-informed and culturally responsive care, aiming to provide an affirming environment where clients can develop meaningful connections and effective ways to manage challenges.

As an LPC - a credential that indicates formal training and licensure in counseling - Sharon blends professional guidance with empathy and respect while supporting clients through personal growth and change.

Online Approaches That Support Growth and Connection

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the person’s experiences and goals guide the work. It helps people develop greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence to make meaningful changes in relationships and life direction.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and habits that contribute to stress and anxiety. It is often used for managing worry, improving coping skills, and addressing patterns that affect mood and behavior.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be particularly helpful for those who struggle with emotion-driven conflict, anger, or rapid mood shifts.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sharon will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adapting methods from these approaches to fit what will be most helpful for them.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or manage care from different locations. These remote options allow therapists to provide consistent support while accommodating varied communication styles and logistical needs.