Why I do what I do – Liz Sharp, WRAP Specialist

People can heal when they are offered a safe space to be vulnerable and authentic. They can heal when they feel truly seen, heard, and validated. I am passionate about helping others heal from past experiences and overcome life traumas, to get past the “stuck.” I strive to be the compassionate therapist that holds space and helps guide through the healing process.

Specifically, as a therapist working with children in the school setting, I am passionate about social and emotional learning. As a school-based therapist, I help children learn how to identify and manage their strong emotions, practice having empathy for others, create positive relationships with children and families, and partner with educators while prioritizing the child’s well-being and success in all areas of learning and their life.

Growing up, I had many positive adults and coaches in my life who helped shape the person that I am.

Being part of competitive softball growing up and in college allowed me the opportunity to stay connected and part of something. But I know for others that this is not always their experience. According to research, about two-thirds of our nation’s youth don’t feel like they have a supportive adult in their school. Children can go to school every day not feeling like there is an adult who cares about them or is there for them. I thrive to be the caring adult in my students lives. I want to be the person when asking someone, “How are you?” I am asking because I want to know, and I genuinely care about you and your well-being.