Sharlene Duplessis

LCSW

Connecticut

Connective trauma-informed care for steady progress

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At a glance

Credentials

LCSW

License

LCSW, Connecticut / 10424

NPI

1689942534

Experience

16 years

Languages

English

Location

Connecticut

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Motivational Interviewing
   • Trauma focused work
   • Practical coping skills

   About Sharlene

   Sharlene Duplessis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut who uses a trauma-informed, client-centered style. She draws on 16 years of practice to help people facing anxiety, depression, mood challenges, and the fallout from past trauma. Her approach focuses on meeting people where they are and supporting steady progress one step at a time.

   Sharlene combines practical skills from Motivational Interviewing with techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing when appropriate and borrows solution-focused ideas to set clear goals. In sessions she emphasizes simple, doable steps that build confidence and coping ability.

   People come to her for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anger, self-esteem, relationship tension, parenting strain, career questions, ADHD, and mood disorders such as bipolar and depression. She also addresses family of origin issues, blended family challenges, divorce and separation, and feelings of isolation or shame.

   Her work often centers on teaching emotion regulation skills, improving communication, and helping people recognize small wins that add up. She encourages a growth mindset and focuses on practical strategies that fit daily life. Her aim is steady, sustained progress rather than quick fixes.

   Sharlene offers services in English and accepts international clients. She uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

2. How therapeutic approaches guide online work

   Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people find their own reasons for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation and clarify goals, which can help with habits, substance concerns, or readiness for other kinds of work.
   
   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence. It commonly helps with anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical tools people can use between sessions.
   
   Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It can be useful when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make daily life harder.
   
   Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative planning helps shape session focus and homework tasks so they match what someone actually wants to work on.
   
   The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy week. Online work can make it simpler to keep regular appointments and practice new skills between meetings. The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know what will be offered.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Trauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

   Also works with

   Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

   Additional focus areas

   Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

   Therapeutic approaches

   Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

   Experience

   16+ years

   Listed in

   Connecticut

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What concerns does Sharlene help people with?

   She supports people with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders including bipolar, stress, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, ADHD, and coping with life changes.

   What is her general therapy style?

   Her style is trauma-informed and client-centered. She focuses on small, achievable steps and works alongside people to build coping skills and resilience.

   How much experience does she have?

   She has 16 years of professional experience working largely in outpatient settings and across a range of trauma-related needs.

   What are her credentials and where is she located?

   She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - practicing in Connecticut.

   In which language are sessions offered?

   Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

   What session formats are available?

   The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options when arranging an appointment.

   How are sessions priced?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

   How do I begin working with her?

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

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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