- CBT focused
- Practical coping skills
- Money concerns addressed
About Tanika
Tanika Sharpe is an LCSW who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She emphasizes practical steps that can be used between sessions. Tanika uses everyday language and focuses on concrete goals instead of medical jargon.
With three years of experience as an LCSW in Virginia, she draws on prior work in inpatient psychiatric, substance use, and community-based settings. That background means she is comfortable assessing needs and helping people build a plan to move forward. She helps clients notice unhelpful thoughts and practice new habits that reduce distress.
Her approach centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. She works with people to spot patterns, test new ways of thinking, and learn coping skills that fit daily life. She encourages steady effort and small changes over time.
Tanika aims to create a culturally responsive space where people feel heard and can set realistic goals. She draws on collaboration and clear treatment planning when mapping out steps with clients. Sessions tend to focus on what to try next and how to keep progress moving.
Outside work she is a marathon runner and uses lessons from running in her practice. She often frames therapy as a step-by-step process, where consistency and patience matter more than instant fixes.
Approaches that inform online work
Tanika uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people see how thoughts shape feelings and actions, then practice new ways of thinking and behaving. That method is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress because it breaks big problems into steps people can try at home.Her practice emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic techniques more broadly, which means drawing on methods shown to help with addictions and coping during life changes. In sessions she focuses on clear goals, skill-building, and measurable next steps rather than open-ended talk.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will work with each person to choose strategies that match their goals, pace, and comfort level. Together they review what helps and adjust techniques as progress is made.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking because the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support continuing care between in-person visits and make it simpler to maintain momentum during life transitions.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of issues does Tanika help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on communication problems, workplace issues, women's issues, and money and financial issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions focus on practical skills and clear steps. She uses straightforward language and helps people try new behaviors between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
Tanika has three years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and prior experience in inpatient psychiatric, substance use, and community settings. She draws on assessment and treatment planning in her work.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW licensed in Virginia and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Check available formats when you schedule.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.