Abraham Sharkas MS, LAC, NCC

(He/Him)

Accepting Clients

Culturally grounded therapy for anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. Supporting mind, body, and meaning in your path forward.

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Montclair, NJ
Supervised by Natalia Velandia, LCSW

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About My Clients

Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Do you find yourself searching for deeper understanding or direction? I work with individuals and couples from diverse cultural backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, transitions, identity, relationships, and the effects of trauma. Many of my clients are curious and open to engaging the connection between mind, body, and meaning. Together, we explore what it means to live with more authenticity, resilience, * inner alignment.

My Background and Approach

With a Master’s in Counseling & ongoing doctoral studies focused on serving marginalized communities, I bring a culturally responsive & integrative lens to my work. My approach is holistic & grounded in evidence-based practices such as Gestalt Therapy and Positive Psychology, as well as lived experience and study in philosophical and contemplative traditions, including Islamic psychology & Sufi teachings. I also offer support for clients exploring psychedelic integration, drawing on continued training in this area. In our work together, we will explore the underlying roots of your challenges while building practical strategies to support relief, regulation, & resilience. We will pay close attention to what is happening in both the mind & body, especially when anxiety, fear, or disconnection arise. Through this collaborative process, you will gain insight, develop usable tools, & deepen your capacity to meet life’s challenges with clarity, steadiness, & greater self-understanding.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe we each carry an innate capacity for growth, healing, meaningful change. As someone who has personally experienced anxiety & navigated the challenges of cultural identity & acculturation, I understand the courage it takes to begin a journey of self-reflection & transformation. I am committed to creating an inclusive & affirming space for people of all identities & backgrounds. As an active ally to the LGBTQIA+ community & a volunteer with organizations supporting refugees & asylum seekers, I bring a deep respect for difference & a strong commitment to social justice into my work. To me, therapy is not just a form of care. It is an intentional act of showing up for yourself. Whether you are seeking relief from anxiety, facing a life transition, or longing to reconnect with your sense of purpose, I am here to support you with compassion, curiosity, & presence. I look forward to connecting with you & walking alongside you on your path toward greater clarity & well-being.

Client Focus

Languages
English, العربية

Qualifications

License
MS, LAC, NCC, State of New Jersey · #37AC00788500
Supervision
Supervised by Natalia Velandia, LCSW
Years in practice
5 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Out of Network
  • Aetna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

I have experience with the following

  • Atheism
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Hinduism
  • Islam
  • Judaism
  • Taoism
  • Interfaith
  • Multifaith

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

101 Park Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
551-229-5719
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 40.8204424°, -74.2137463°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English, العربية
  • Rate: $145 - 185/session

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101 Park Street
Montclair, NJ 07042

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