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Jennifer (Jen) Sherman, LCMHC

Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

As a mental health counselor and gender specialist, my commitments are to be your advocate, supporter, teacher, and encourager. Together, we will create a safe and trusting therapeutic environment where you feel comfortable to work. It is a truth of mine that we are all in our own struggles; if only we could be there together in those struggles, we may be able to truly find our strengths more easily.

My therapy style is interactive, inviting and a space I commit to always feeling honest and authentic (I love a good sense of humor along the way). I focus on supporting the individual, as each is unique and may present an array of concerns. An individual will be able to enter into a therapeutic environment that is safe, free from judgment, and supportive. I strive to supply a space for each client that is empowering and motivating. I primarily work from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Positive Psychology. I specialize in working with adolescents, teens, adults, and LGBTQ-affirmative and Transgender transitioning.

I have specific experience within trauma-focused, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationships, family issues and child behavior concerns. I enjoy working with clients on issues of self-esteem building, anxiety reduction, coping skills, and relationship skills-building. Knowing your authentic self is a true journey of discovery and self-love. This is a true guide for all of my clinical work. I have collected my clinical experience from settings of private practice, university counseling and grade schools.

​I am an avid reader (kind of a history and sci-fi dork...) and have two fantastically wild and amazing kiddos. In my spare time, you can always catch me hosting impromptu dance parties in the kitchen.

I am currently a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (NC) and National Board Certified Counselor. I typically schedule Live Sessions week-to-week, including offering some evening and weekend slots. I will be happy to work out a consistent time for you once we get started.

Professional experience

11yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

NC LCMHC 10344

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Jennifer (Jen) Sherman. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Jen has been there for me through the hardest days of my life. I don't think I would have made it through this past year without her support. She is calming, understanding, and offers perspective when needed. She listens to you and understands your needs. I am lucky that this has been my experience, and hope everyone is able to work with someone as lovely as Jen.

Written on Mar 19, 2024 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Only been seeing her for a few weeks but I feel more seen and listened to than with any other therapist I’ve had.

Written on Jul 02, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Jen provides a safe space for me to feel, process and move past issues. She provides a realistic, fresh perspective.

Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Wonderful therapist, very helpful and comforting.

Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 3 years on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Jen and I have been on the same wavelength from the start. I read her bio and I immediately resonated with her being, she listens and gets you to think. She definitely feels like a friend and a home that is safe to relax and be! Much gratitude Jen.

Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Jennifer is awesome, there was time when I thought I lost everything, that life wasn't worth living anymore.
I was so wrong , and life has really just started for me.
I was really never happy , but now my life is alot happier.
Transgender dysphoria is a killer and if it is not addressed you will never live the life u were meant to have.
Yes ,you'll lose many, but gain more in time.
These people u gain will be true friends.

Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Jennifer (Jen) for 2 years and 5 months