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Sherry Jones-Williamson

Experienced LCSW focused on practical skills and growth

LCSW North Carolina

Experience
32 years in practice
Focus areas
Anger, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Sherry

Sherry Jones-Williamson is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in North Carolina with more than three decades of practice.

Background and approach

She draws on extensive inpatient psychiatric experience, including substantial work with the geriatric population, to help people facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, anger, stress, self-esteem concerns, family difficulties, and major life transitions. Her training includes a degree from East Carolina University and a long history of clinical work in psychiatric settings.

She favors a person-centered stance that emphasizes meeting clients where they are and offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space for growth.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing are among her preferred methods; with CBT she helps clients identify patterns and practice alternative strategies for symptom management, and with Motivational Interviewing she supports exploration of ambivalence and development of change goals.

Sherry aims to help clients build practical life skills and improve daily functioning, and she approaches each case with openness and a focus on collaborative goal-setting.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Options

Sherry uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as central tools in her practice. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practicing alternative strategies to reduce distress and improve daily functioning, which can be useful for depression, anxiety, stress, and anger. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, client-focused method that helps people explore ambivalence and clarify personal goals so they can move toward meaningful change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She works together with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time to support progress and build practical skills. The therapeutic relationship and shared planning help guide which techniques are emphasized in sessions.

Online therapy with Sherry is offered through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, giving clients flexibility to engage in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into busy lives, and access consistent support regardless of location within North Carolina.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She works with a range of issues including anger, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, stress, self-esteem, family concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
The approach is person-centered, emphasizing a supportive, nonjudgmental environment while using practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients set and reach goals.
How long has she practiced clinically?
She brings 32 years of clinical experience, much of it in inpatient psychiatric settings and with older adult populations.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina with license number NC LCSW C001833 and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered and can international clients join?
Services are offered in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Anger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressMidlife crisisWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

32+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English