Licensed clinical social worker recordConnecticut
Sharlene Duplessis, LCSW
Connecticut
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and mood concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 10424
- NPI
- 1689942534
- Experience
- 16 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Connecticut
These details come from information Sharlene supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT
- DBT skills
- EMDR
About Sharlene
Sharlene Duplessis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut with 16 years of experience. She focuses on trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and related concerns such as stress, anger, and self-esteem. Sharlene also lists family and relationship issues, parenting challenges, career stress, and life transitions among her primary areas of work.
Her practice emphasizes practical skills and evidence-informed methods. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Motivational Interviewing when those approaches fit the problem.
Sharlene describes her approach as client-centered and trauma-aware. Sessions typically include skills training, problem-solving, and direct discussion of current problems. She aims to help people notice small steps forward and build on those wins.
Her background includes many years working in outpatient settings with adults, children, and families affected by trauma. That experience informs how she structures treatment and selects techniques. People who choose her often want practical strategies for coping with life changes, mood symptoms, and relationship strain.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Sharlene commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with practical experiments and homework. It can help with anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday coping skills. EMDR focuses on processing distressing memories by pairing guided attention with focused recall and can be used for trauma-related symptoms.She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication. DBT skills are taught in short, concrete steps that can be practiced between sessions. Choosing the best approach is collaborative; the therapist and client review symptoms, goals, and preferences and decide which methods to try first and how to adapt them over time.
Session formats are not specified in her biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow follow-up between visits. Practical benefits include scheduling flexibility, the ability to practice skills in everyday settings, and using brief check-ins when needed. The therapist will discuss what will work best given each person's schedule, goals, and comfort with different techniques.
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Primary focus
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Sharlene works with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar and mood disorders, ADHD, stress, anger, self-esteem, relationships, family and parenting concerns, and life transitions.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered, trauma-aware approach with practical techniques such as CBT, DBT skills, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of experience working in outpatient settings and other community roles supporting people affected by trauma.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients.
What does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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