Danielle Sharkey

MA, AMFT #137134
Accepting Clients

California-Casual, relational therapy for stressed & anxious teens & adults

Associate Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Barbara, CA
Supervised by Nicole A. Botaitis, LMFT #47319, LPCC #227

About My Clients

I help individuals, & families improve their relationships with themselves and others. Make sense of yourself & your relationships, acquire tools to help manage the mess, and begin designing a life you love Who I Work With: Teens Families Living With Addiction Adult Children & Parent Relationships Hospitality & Food Service Industries

My Background and Approach

Finding a therapist you vibe with is essential. My approach is laid back, exploratory, and collaborative. We’ll take our time getting to know each other. I want to know your favorite song AND your attachment style. I’m here for all of it. Together, we’ll map out your life and start to connect some dots. I hold space as you get to know yourself better (“why am I the way I am?”), help you process (“I’m aware of how aware I am of my flaws- now what!?”), and encourage you to embrace your whole self. We are complex creatures, and the first step in changing is accepting where we are. I believe we make sense of ourselves & the world through our relationships and that the stories we tell ourselves create our realities. Our unique therapeutic relationship allows you to explore your truest self freely & fully. We'll uncover the stories that have shaped your life, rewrite old versions that no longer serve you, and draft new narratives.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe: - You are your own expert- you have an innate capacity to feel, heal, grow, and thrive. My hope is that, through our work together, you’ll believe it too - By becoming more aware of your thoughts & emotions, you’ll better understand your needs & boundaries - In time, you’ll envision the life you want to lead & gain confidence in your ability to create it I’m committed to helping you access your insight and supporting you as you create a life you feel proud of.

I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Rate: $140 - 175/session

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