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Sharon O'Hara, LMFT

California LMFT for relationships and addictions
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and intimacy
  • Addiction and recovery

About Sharon O'Hara

Sharon O'Hara is a California-licensed LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 33 years of professional experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and relational challenges. She works with stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related concerns - including sex and porn addiction - as well as motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and coping with life changes. Her clinical focus also includes caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, men's issues, midlife transitions, obsessions and compulsions including OCD, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, post-traumatic stress, process addictions such as porn, exercise, and gambling, and developing self-love.

Sharon approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to reflect each individual’s specific needs and goals. She emphasizes practical support and empowerment for those taking steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life, and she helps clients build the skills and insight needed to create lasting change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sharon O'Hara have?

Sharon O'Hara has 33 years of professional experience.

Is Sharon O'Hara a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and is licensed in California as CA LMFT 35898.

In which languages does Sharon O'Hara provide therapy?

Sharon O'Hara provides therapy in English.

Where is Sharon O'Hara located?

Sharon O'Hara is located in California.

How can I work with Sharon O'Hara as my therapist?

You can work with Sharon O'Hara through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sharon O'Hara work with international clients?

Sharon O'Hara does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sharon O'Hara cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Life?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the major benefits is flexibility. People can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility often makes it easier to fit regular sessions into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide care through these remote options, and if someone feels they need a different fit they can switch therapists at any time. For many, online therapy offers an accessible way to get consistent support from qualified therapists while managing the demands of everyday life.

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