I am a Clinical Social Worker in the state of Indiana. I have been in practice for nearly 30 years specializing in trauma, anxiety disorders, depression and other mental health related issues. I have been trained in and specialize in the following therapies: EMDR, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, CBT and CBT for Insomnia, as well as Grief and Loss. I am currently training in Somatic Therapy. I have worked with returning combat veterans (Iraq and Afghanistan and other war zones), hospice clients and geriatric clients. I work with my clients to find the right approach for them, I go where my client goes. I do not try to fit people into a certain box or category. We are all different and I appreciate that. I tend to be a very compassionate therapist who enjoys using humor when it is appropriate. I think laughter can get us through some difficult times. I try to help clients find something they can laugh about.
I am available to meet via video, chat, texting or phone. I believe I have skills that can help you work through your concerns. I would love the opportunity to meet with you, I will be supportive. Please give me a call.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dissociation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
IN LCSW 34004011A
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From the first session, I felt heard, respected, and supported. Sherri creates a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where it’s easy to open up and discuss difficult topics. I’m happy to have her expertise and help with my situation.
Written on Jun 11, 2026 after therapy with Sheri for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues