I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients deal with addictions, relationships, workplace issues, stress and anxiety. I received my Bachelors degree from Empire College which is a New York accredited college of external study and was an incredible experience for me. I earned my Masters' degree from Adelphi University on Long Island. I am accredited as an LCSW in New York State. One of my greatest learning experiences was my employment in South Oaks Hospital which established my experience in addictions counseling.
A normal part of life is dealing with issues of loss and grief and this is your opportunity to come to terms with these issues.
Working on issues of motivation, self esteem, and confidence will greatly enhance your success in life. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Additional areas of focus: Aging and geriatric issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW-R 075978
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Karen Sheerin. 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.
She is sweet and very understanding, I recommend her if you need a straight forward therapist.
Written on Feb 18, 2025 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Karen is an empathetic and avid listener. Her expertise shines through her knowledgeable feedback. I would definitely recommend!
Written on Feb 17, 2025 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Excellent therapist. Helps guide me in the right direction
Written on Dec 13, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and career difficulties
Karen is a lovely, kind therapist with a very good eye for what needs to be worked on.
Written on Nov 18, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Karen listens and responds very effectively. I am impressed by her patience and resolve. After only a few sessions, I already feel very comfortable talking with her.
I look forward to our journey.
Written on Oct 17, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Karen has been very caring and provided me with many advice that I can apply in my daily life. I appreciate her service very much.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Karen for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder