Therapist profile
Sharlese Jones, LMFT
California
LMFT - Anger and Relationship concerns
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- CredentialsLMFT
- LicenseLMFT, California / 104777
- NPI1700085966
- Experience18 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationCalifornia
About
- Anger management skills
- Communication practice
- Emotion regulation
About Sharlese
Sharlese Jones is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 18 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on concerns including anger, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, self-esteem, career strain, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, parenting and intimacy-related problems.
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage strong emotions and rebuild trust with themselves and others. Sessions focus on learning concrete skills for handling moments of anger, reducing reactivity, and practicing clearer communication. She also helps people notice patterns that keep old problems repeating and try small changes that can make daily life feel more manageable.
Sharlese emphasizes skill-building over labels. In a typical session she will listen for what’s getting in the way, offer straightforward interventions, and coach new ways to respond when stress and frustration arise. Work may include breath and grounding exercises, role-play for difficult conversations, and planning step-by-step changes at home or work.
Her approach accommodates people who find it hard to ask for help or who worry about being judged. She aims to make sessions readable and usable so clients can practice between meetings. For anyone dealing with recurring anger, relationship strain, or emotional overwhelm, her work centers on lowering tension and increasing choices in everyday moments.
To begin, clients follow the site process to match and schedule a first session. Sessions are conducted in English and follow the platform's booking and subscription model, which can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
Evidence-based tools and online sessions
Sharlese draws on practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques that teach specific skills. One approach focuses on emotion regulation - learning how physical cues, thoughts, and behavior link together and how small changes can reduce anger and overwhelm. This kind of work helps with sudden outbursts, simmering resentment, and repeated conflict.Another commonly used approach is communication skills training. Sessions include exercises to practice clear requests, active listening, and de-escalation strategies so conversations are less likely to escalate. This is useful for work conflicts, parenting strain, and tense personal relationships.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. That means experimenting, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan as needed.
Session format details should be confirmed before booking. The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting meetings into a busy schedule, reducing travel time, and making it easier to maintain regular check-ins. Some formats are also easier for brief problem-focused check-ins or for sessions that focus on talking and practicing new skills without needing extra commute time.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with anger, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, self-esteem, career issues, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, LGBT issues, parenting and intimacy-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques focused on skill-building and behavior change. Sessions emphasize concrete tools for managing emotion and improving communication.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of clinical experience as a therapist working with a wide range of emotional and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in California and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and 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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