About Sherrida
Sherrida Smith is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and life changes. She focuses on building practical skills and clearer communication so clients can feel steadier day to day. Her approach is warm, strengths-based, and down-to-earth.
With 25 years of experience, Sherrida draws on proven methods to help people facing self-esteem struggles, workplace pressure, and the demands of caregiving. She also supports those coping with chronic pain, illness, or disability and people navigating pregnancy, childbirth, and changes in body image.
How Sherrida works
Sessions aim to be straightforward and solution-focused. Sherrida uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize each person's goals and pace. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors.
Her style is authentic and flexible, blending practical exercises with empathic listening. People who choose her can expect a therapist who listens, helps set clear goals, and teaches coping tools they can use between sessions. She values cultural background and personal history when planning care.
Her goal is to help each person move into the next phase of life with more confidence. Sherrida practices in North Carolina and conducts sessions in English. She offers several online formats to fit different needs, and she works with people across a range of common life struggles.
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What Sherrida works with
The areas below are the ones Sherrida selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
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Training and background
| Register | LCSW |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 25 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | North Carolina |
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Online support options
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on what matters to the individual. The therapist listens closely, follows your goals, and adjusts the pace to match your needs. This approach supports people dealing with life transitions, relationship stress, and struggles with self-worth.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Therapy uses small, practical exercises to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve communication. CBT is often used alongside conversation and skill-building work in sessions.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your goals and preferences, then suggest options and adjust methods as you make progress. Clients are involved in deciding which techniques to try and when to change direction.
Online therapy offers flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setting is easier. Live chat and text-based messaging suit quick check-ins, shorter reflections, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options let people fit therapy into work breaks, caregiving routines, and busy days while still working with licensed professionals.
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