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Sharlene Duplessis, LCSW

  • Experience16 years
  • LocationConnecticut
  • Focus areasADHD, Trauma and abuse, and Anger
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About Sharlene

Sharlene Duplessis is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Connecticut who centers her practice on trauma-informed, client-focused care.

Background and approach

With 16 years of experience, she draws on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people manage stress, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Sharlene emphasizes practical skills and strengths while honoring each person’s pace in healing.

Her work often addresses a broad range of concerns including trauma and abuse, depression and bipolar mood disorders, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, and issues around self-esteem, anger, and isolation. She aims to help clients recognize resilience, build coping strategies, and increase flexibility when facing difficult circumstances.

Sharlene describes therapy as a process of steady progress rather than a single endpoint, and she partners with clients to celebrate small gains while pursuing longer-term goals.

Evidence-Based Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Sharlene frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR in her work, tailoring each approach to the online setting. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and developing practical strategies to change behavior and reduce symptoms such as anxiety, depression, or stress. EMDR involves guided processing of traumatic memories through structured bilateral stimulation and is applied when trauma processing is part of treatment.

She views selection of methods as a collaborative process and will work with clients to determine which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative planning helps ensure that techniques are introduced at a pace that feels manageable and aligned with the client's priorities.

Online therapy with her is offered through multiple formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - to enhance access and flexibility. These options make it easier to attend regularly around work, parenting, or other commitments while maintaining continuity of care and progressing toward therapeutic goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Sharlene address?
She works with a wide range of issues including trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression and bipolar mood disorders, ADHD, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, self-esteem and anger concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is trauma-informed and client-centered, using evidence-based interventions like CBT, DBT, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to build skills and resilience.
How much professional experience does she have?
She brings 16 years of experience in clinical social work, with substantial outpatient work helping people process trauma and cope with life changes.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds an LCSW credential, listed as CT LCSW 10424, and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are available for sessions and can she see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Clients may work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for therapy with her?
Cost varies depending on location and therapist availability; sessions are arranged through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Trauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English

What Sharlene can help with

Sharlene Duplessis works with clients on trauma and abuse, anger management, and self esteem.

How Sharlene approaches therapy

Sharlene's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Sharlene is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Connecticut.