Sherry Graves

Compassionate clinical care with practical tools

LCSW, CSW Georgia

Experience: 16 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Sherry

Sherry Graves is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who combines practical, evidence-informed methods with a compassionate, strengths-focused stance. With 16 years of clinical experience, she draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-focused approaches to help people address addictions, depression, bipolar symptoms, and the aftermath of abuse.

Background and approach

Her work emphasizes building self-esteem, resilience, and clearer thinking patterns to support recovery and healthier daily functioning. Sherry's background includes extensive work across mental health and substance use settings, which informs a flexible, person-centered style.

She brings particular attention to issues such as codependency, domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and drug and alcohol addiction, and she supports exploration of life purpose, self-love, and healing from self-harm and paranoia. Sherry frames therapy as a collaborative process, helping clients move beyond painful experiences toward renewed purpose and empowerment.

Located in Georgia, she holds the LCSW and CSW credentials and offers care that aims to balance practical coping skills with compassionate listening. Her approach guides clients toward tangible strategies while honoring the personal meaning of their healing journeys.

How CBT and Trauma-Focused Methods Translate to Online Care

Sherry commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and build practical coping skills; CBT strategies often target patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. She also employs Trauma-Focused Therapy to address the impacts of abuse and violence by helping individuals process traumatic experiences and develop stabilization skills to manage symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to clarify goals, assess what feels most useful, and adapt methods to fit personal needs and preferences rather than prescribing a single path forward.

Online therapy with Sherry is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and flexibility. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support from licensed professionals without requiring in-person visits.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and depression, along with related issues such as codependency, domestic violence, sexual assault, and substance use concerns.

What therapeutic approach does she use in sessions?

Her practice blends Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy to tailor care to each person's needs.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 16 years of experience working in mental health and substance abuse settings, including hospitals, residential programs, and community teams.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia; her license is listed as GA LCSW CSW005117.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Services are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How does pricing work for her services?

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

What steps are required to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionInfidelityLife purposeParanoiaSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English