she/her
Sharon Johnson-Magar
LMFT
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Cigna/Evernorth, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Action-oriented, Affirming, Authentic, Humorous, Mindful
Focus areas
Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Body Image, Burnout, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, Substance Use, Women's Issues
Experienced with
Geriatric clients, Parents, Neurodivergence, Blended families
Years of Experience
30+
I believe in the power of empathy and understanding to foster growth and healing.
License number
#32782
Therapy style
As an eclectic therapist, I am skilled at meeting the client where they are currently, drawing from all clinical modalities that may be appropriate and helpful to the client. I am warm, directive, engaging, and psychodynamic in orientation and style. I believe in the power of empathy and understanding to foster growth and healing. Finding a balance between self-care and life's demands is where I thrive, making it my "sweet spot" for vibrant living. Guiding others in this journey is not just my profession — it's my passion.
Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Education
MA - Psychology, Sierra University
Interests
I'm passionate about life balance and self-care, which includes maintaining a community of other like-minded individuals and tending to the mind-body connection for optimum wellbeing. If not in the office, you'll find me outdoors enjoying the deep connection of nature and sunshine, something that often involves travel and adventure and spending time with my husband and grown children.