ABOUT SHARON
A deeper understanding of the human experience.
I'm Sharon Crisera, a counseling practitioner with an academic background in psychology and specialized training in Gestalt counseling.
My work is informed by a multidisciplinary interest in human behavior, emotional experience, neurobiology, and the relationship between mind and body.
MY JOURNEY
From artistic expression to psychological exploration.
My professional journey began in classical music and opera, where I developed a deep appreciation for expression, vulnerability, discipline, and the complexities of human emotion.
Over time, my interest in the psychological dimensions of human experience led me to pursue academic studies in psychology and specialized training in counseling.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Experience informed by connection and collaboration.
Ackerman Institute for the Family
Pregnancy & Parenting Group | New York, Online
I am involved with the Pregnancy & Parenting team at the Ackerman Institute for the Family, contributing to a collaborative environment that supports individuals navigating pregnancy, parenthood, and significant family transitions.
My involvement includes group observation, professional reflection, and the development of educational workshop material addressing the transition to parenthood.
Gestalt Counseling Practice
Individual Counseling & Personal Development
My counseling work draws on Gestalt-informed principles, emphasizing awareness, personal responsibility, authentic expression, and the exploration of present experiences.
I aim to provide a collaborative, non-judmental space in which individuals can explore their experiences and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Chiropractic & Applied Kinesiology Practice
Mind-Body Approaches | Professional Experience
My professional experience also includes working in a chiropractic and applied kinesiology setting, where I developed an interdisciplinary interest in the relationship between psychological experiences, physical well-being, and mind-body processes.
This experience became the foundation for my undergraduate psychology thesis, titled Personality Disorders: Inner Healing Responses Across Various Personality Clusters Through Chiropractic and Applied Kinesiology: A Theoretical and Experimental Study.
Through this work, I explored the intersection of personality psychology, mind-body perspectives, and approaches to understanding individual experiences of well-being.
EDCUATION & TRAINING
A foundation in psychology. A commitment to continued learning.
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
CACREP-Accredited Program
Lynn University | FL, United States
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Lynn University | FL, United States
Master in Counseling & Coaching Techniques
ASPIC Per La Scuola | Rome, Italy
Certificate in Neurobiology
Lynn University | FL, United States
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
International Institute for Complimentary Therapists (IICT)
Professional Member
Member of the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT), an international professional membership organization supporting practitioners across complementary and wellness disciplines.
RESEARCH & INTERDISCIPLINARY INTERESTS
Exploring the relationship between mind and body.
Academic inquiry at the intersection of psychology, neurobiology, and physiological processes.
01 / UNDERGRADUATE THESIS
Personality Disorders & Inner Healing Responses
Lynn University | Psychology Research
An interdisciplinary exploration of personality disorders, chiropractic, applied kinesiology, and proposed mind-body healing mechanisms.
02 / EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN
Schizoprenia, Intracellular Tension & Biological Tensegrity
Abnormal Psychology | Academic Research
A proposed experimental framework examining possible connections between schizophrenia, intracellular tension, and biological tensegrity. Designed but not conducted.
MY PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Understanding begins with awareness.
I believe that meaningful personal growth begins with developing a deeper understanding of ourselves: our emotions, experiences, relationships, and the patterns that shape how we navigate the world.
My philosophy is rooted in a humanistic and Gestalt-informed perspective, recognizing each individual as a whole person whose psychological, emotional, physical, and relational experiences are interconnected.
Rather than viewing individuals solely through their challenges or symptoms, I believe in approaching each person with curiosity, empathy, and respect for their unique experiences.
At the heart of my work is the belief that awareness creates possibilities for change. Through authentic exploration and collaboration, individuals can develop a greater sense of clarity, personal agency, and connection with themselves.