Sharon Bursky, a dedicated Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD, passionately guides her clients through their challenging journeys. With a strong focus on relationships and family dynamics, she works with individual adults, couples, and preteens to empower them in navigating relationship issues and family conflicts. Additionally, she offers specialized parent guidance and coaching to foster healthier family structures. Believing that individuals are the true experts of their own lives, Sharon embraces a collaborative therapeutic process grounded in evidence-based practices. She skillfully integrates Emotion-focused therapy principles and systems-based concepts into her work to create a supportive environment. With a welcoming attitude towards individuals and couples of any sexual orientation and background, Sharon is a licensed independent marriage and family therapist and an AAMFT-approved supervisor. She earned her PhD in counselor education and supervision specializing in marriage and family therapy from The University of Akron, and holds a Master’s degree in communication research along with a Bachelor's in psychology. In addition to her therapy practice, Sharon serves as a part-time professor. Her gentle yet direct approach emphasizes honesty and accountability, ensuring clients never feel blamed in the therapeutic space. Sharon fosters a calm and safe atmosphere, empowering her clients to develop effective coping skills and face life's challenges with renewed confidence.