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Shari Sinwelski

LPCC

Shari Sinwelski , LPCC

Therapist in California

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About Shari

Shari Sinwelski is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in California with 26 years of experience in mental health care. She supports people facing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and struggles with self-esteem. Her work also extends to caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, communication difficulties, divorce and separation, and a range of life concerns including midlife transition, workplace problems, and issues related to sexuality and women’s health.

Shari has worked with many individuals affected by suicidal thoughts or attempts and with those who are supporting someone in crisis or coping with loss due to suicide. She helps clients process trauma and abuse, including sexual assault and domestic violence, and offers guidance for navigating major life transitions such as exploring a new career or setting new life goals. Her approach emphasizes practical support for forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, and cultivating self-love.

In sessions she focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental environment where feelings and experiences can be explored. Shari aims to empower people to take courageous first steps toward greater well-being and more fulfilling lives, working collaboratively to identify goals and build skills that fit each person’s needs.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Shari uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and thoughtful processing. For anxiety and stress, she employs structured, skills-focused work that helps people develop coping strategies, manage symptoms, and approach daily challenges with greater confidence. For trauma and grief, she offers careful, paced interventions that help individuals process painful memories, rebuild safety, and find ways to move forward while honoring their experience.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Shari partners with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then tailors the plan so techniques fit the individual rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all model. This collaborative stance helps people feel involved and supported as they try different ways of working.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life. These formats increase flexibility for scheduling, reduce travel time, and allow people to continue work during life transitions or when mobility is limited. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt these methods to provide consistent therapeutic work across a range of concerns.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Shari Sinwelski have?

Shari Sinwelski has 26 years of experience in mental health practice.

Is Shari Sinwelski a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPCC, which stands for Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Her license details are CA LPCC 1104.

In which languages does Shari Sinwelski provide therapy?

Shari provides therapy in English.

Where is Shari Sinwelski located?

Shari is located in California.

How can I work with Shari Sinwelski as my therapist?

You can work with Shari Sinwelski through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shari Sinwelski work with international clients?

No. Shari Sinwelski does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shari Sinwelski 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 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

26+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English

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