Sharon Elise Prager, MA, LCSWR, BCD, is a Board-Certified Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Calm Seas Psychotherapy, LCSW, PLLC, a multi-state practice specializing in trauma treatment for law enforcement, military personnel, and first responders, serving clients in Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington D.C. With over 16 years of experience, she has worked extensively in forensic mental health, suicide prevention, and the assessment of critical incident exposure and its psychological impact on first responders.

A graduate of John Jay College of Criminal Justice and New York University, Sharon is completing her PhD at Texas Tech University, researching trauma, addiction, and suicidal ideation within the first responder community. She is also the architect of the only intensive mental health training program designed exclusively for psychology, social work, and mental health counseling interns, integrating rigorous fieldwork assignments and hands-on experience. Through partnerships with universities in all 50 states, this groundbreaking initiative challenges interns to navigate the unique psychological demands of policing, providing real-world exposure to high-stakes mental health interventions. Sharon is also a dedicated educator, researcher, and speaker on topics related to trauma, mental health, and law enforcement resilience.