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Sheryl Harrington

Sheryl Harrington, LCSW

Therapist · Texas · 27+ years of experience

Experienced LCSW focused on practical support

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At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
27+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LCSW · No. 04755
NPI
1396019881

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  • Client-centered care
  • CBT and solutions
  • Support for caregivers

About Sheryl

Sheryl Harrington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 27 years of practice in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. She speaks plainly and centers each session on the person's own goals and strengths. She encourages small steps and recognizes how hard beginning therapy can feel.

Sheryl treats a wide range of concerns including grief, parenting struggles, caregiver stress, anger, self-esteem, and life transitions. She also supports people coping with chronic illness, aging and geriatric issues, ADHD, and the practical strains that come with adoption, foster care, and blended families. Her approach is flexible so sessions focus on what matters most to each person.

Her clinical style emphasizes listening and collaboration. She uses client-centered methods to follow the person's lead and cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. She brings solution-focused ideas to help set real, manageable goals and motivational interviewing when someone needs help finding their own next steps.

Sheryl aims to make therapy understandable and useful. In sessions she helps people name problems, test small changes, and build on strengths they already have. People leave with practical steps to use between meetings.

Sheryl practices in Texas as an LCSW. To begin, follow the site's Start Therapy process to complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a time that fits your life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's goals. In an online setting this means the therapist prioritizes what the client wants to address each session and adjusts pace and focus accordingly. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Online work can include talking through thought patterns, practicing new skills between sessions, and reviewing progress together. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, achievable goals and steps forward. It is useful for people who want practical changes and measurable progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can be revisited as progress is made or as life changes arise.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing meetings during breaks or between appointments. They also allow work on practical tools and homework between meetings, making therapy easier to apply to everyday challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Sheryl work with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship issues. Her practice also addresses grief, parenting, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, ADHD, and related challenges.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She listens first, follows the client's lead, and uses practical strategies to set and reach goals.

How much experience does she bring?

She has 27 years of professional experience working with a variety of mental health and life concerns. That background informs how she tailors sessions to each person's needs.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Texas. Her practice is located in Texas.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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