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Sharon Kuhlmann

Experienced therapist focused on practical change

LMFT Minnesota

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Gottman Method, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Languages
English

About Sharon

Sharon Kuhlmann is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 20 years of clinical experience. She brings a calm, practical style to sessions and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and life changes.

Background and approach

Sharon emphasizes listening first and tailoring the work to each person’s needs. She uses tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Sharon also draws on the Gottman Method to address relationship dynamics and strengthen communication. When trauma or strong emotional memories are present, she may use elements of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to help process those memories.

Sharon’s background includes prior work as a registered nurse, which she says gives her a clear view of how the body and mind interact during stress, pain, and anxiety. She brings that perspective into practical coping strategies you can use day to day.

Her approach is conversational and coach-like when helpful, with clear suggestions and skills to practice between sessions. Clients can expect a therapist who listens, offers concrete tools, and helps set small, achievable goals.

Sharon often uses mindfulness techniques and solution-focused ideas to create short-term relief while planning longer-term change. She is based in Minnesota and conducts sessions in English.

Her practice includes support for parenting challenges, compassion fatigue, grief, intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, career shifts, and attention-related issues. Sharon frames therapy as a partnership and invites people to talk about what matters most to them.

Approaches for better connection and coping online

Sharon uses the Gottman Method to focus on communication patterns and everyday interactions that shape relationships. This approach centers on practical skills to reduce conflict and improve understanding between partners. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that maintain anxiety or depression, with clear exercises to try between sessions.

When trauma responses are present, elements of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing may be used to process painful memories and reduce their emotional charge. Each method is presented in plain terms and chosen to match a person’s goals rather than as a fixed plan. Sharon works collaboratively to decide which approach fits best, adapting the work as needs and priorities change.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and styles. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when lower bandwidth or a shorter check-in is needed. Chat and messaging are useful for brief check-ins, coaching, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life and try approaches that feel comfortable.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting and family concerns, compassion fatigue, sleep problems, self-esteem, career changes, and ADHD.
How would you describe Sharon's therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and conversational, mixing listening with teachable moments. Sessions often include skills practice, problem-solving, and mindfulness exercises.
What experience does Sharon bring to therapy?
She has 20 years of clinical experience and many hours in independent practice. Her prior work as a registered nurse informs her understanding of bodily responses to stress and pain.
What are Sharon's credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in Minnesota. Sessions are offered from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She works with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible ways to connect.
How does the cost and billing work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed in

Minnesota

Languages

English