Jennifer (Jen) Sherman

Compassionate, practical therapy for life’s challenges

LCMHC North Carolina

Experience: 12 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Jennifer

Jennifer (Jen) Sherman is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with 12 years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family challenges, grief, parenting concerns, bipolar mood issues, and self-esteem struggles.

Background and approach

She also addresses related areas such as attachment and abandonment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control challenges, domestic violence, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster. Jen combines practical skill-building with an affirming, person-focused stance to help clients navigate life changes and intense emotions.

Her style is interactive and authentic, blending warmth and a touch of humor with clear, goal-oriented work. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered influences to tailor sessions to each person’s needs.

Across independent practice, university counseling, and school settings, she has cultivated experience with trauma-focused care, anxiety reduction, mood disorders, and behavior concerns. Jen aims to create empowering, nonjudgmental spaces where clients can build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and explore identity and values.

Online approaches that combine skills and values

Jennifer often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; this approach is practical for anxiety, depression, and many everyday stressors. She also integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy which focuses on clarifying values and building psychological flexibility so clients can take meaningful action even in the presence of difficult feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy is used when relational patterns and early attachment experiences are central, helping people understand connection styles and improve communication and trust.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then combines elements from CBT, ACT, DBT, and attachment-informed work to create a plan that fits the individual’s situation and pace.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in therapy, access support from home, and use tools like skills coaching and homework in formats that suit the client’s routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting difficulties, bipolar symptoms, self-esteem, and related topics such as abandonment and attachment issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

The approach is interactive, authentic, and supportive with a sense of humor when appropriate; sessions emphasize empowerment, motivation, and practical skills alongside reflective exploration.

What is her professional experience?

She has 12 years of clinical experience gathered in independent practice, university counseling, and grade school settings, including trauma-focused and mood disorder work.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

She is licensed as an LCMHC in North Carolina with license number NC LCMHC 10344 and practices from North Carolina.

In which languages can sessions be held and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she provide?

Clients may work via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How does cost and payment work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English