Sherry Bithell

Sherry Bithell, LCSW-C, had a 25-year career as a writer and editor before she decided to switch gears to focus on helping people understand and advocate for their mental health. Today, Sherry works with clients who are seeking to understand and manage their substance use disorder, especially as it relates to their underlying life experiences and mental health challenges. She also provides therapeutic support and resources for their loved ones. Additionally, she has extensive experience in helping people identify, explore, and find healthy coping responses for their anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, and grief.

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Sherry works closely with clients to learn about their unique needs and diverse circumstances and set the short- and long-term goals that will help them promote and sustain a healthy mental health journey. Sherry’s approach is collaborative, empathetic, direct, and often sprinkled with humor.

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Sherry is the best fit for clients who are ready and willing to focus on themselves, including digging deeply into the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors underlying their concerns. She doesn't believe that "selfish" is a dirty word and encourages clients to prioritize their own well-being and personal growth. She often assigns homework because she believes that meaningful change requires clients to continue working on themselves beyond the therapy session.

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Sherry may not be the best fit for clients who are unwilling to fully explore the issues negatively affecting their mental health or who are uncomfortable having their beliefs and perspectives gently challenged. She encourages clients to consider alternative approaches to problem-solving and to remain open to new ways of thinking. Above all, Sherry wants her clients to recognize that they are both smart and brave: smart enough to recognize when they need help and brave enough to ask for it.

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