I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression, and LGBTQIA+. I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional; I also have many years experience treating individuals with Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder and Personality Disorders. I changed careers mid-life. When I was in my forties, I realized the work I was in (business management) did not provide the sense of achievement and purpose I was looking for. I returned to school and was able to obtain my Master's in Social Work; underwent two additional years of clinical supervision to achieve my Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked with individuals from all walks of life, from ages 25 to 102, who all had their own unique stories to relate. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
TX LCSW 51193
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Creates a safe environment that allows for open, organic, and authentic conversation. Provides easy to implement coping strategies and tools that aid in the healing and growth process.
Written on Nov 12, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Before I started therapy, I was extremely against it. I felt as if no one could understand me and what I’ve been through. Sherry has completely changed my perspective on therapy. She has allowed me to feel safe and heard. Whether I’m struggling with family issues, relationships, or work mishaps, Sherry always gives great advice. A big thank you goes out to my new “best friend” whom has changed my life.
Written on Sep 30, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Sherry is very real, very personable. It feels less like therapy and more like talking to a very well-educated friend!!
Written on Sep 11, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Sherry is one of the most caring supportive and professional people I have met. She has helped me view life through a new lens, and I will forever be grateful and thankful.
Written on Aug 01, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is like the wise older aunt I wish I had. She is so funny and supportive, and gives amazing advice :)
Written on Apr 15, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Ms. Sherry is awesome. Just contact her! You will be so happy you did. She helped me after my wife of 22 yrs passed and I am so lucky to have her through these times of transition.
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Sherry for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes