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Sherry Coleman

Sherry Coleman

LCPC

Illinois

Helping people find steady, practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCPC
License
LCPC, Illinois / 180.008033
Experience
30 years
Languages
English
Location
Illinois

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    • Motivation focused
    • Values based
    • Goal oriented

    About Sherry

    Sherry Coleman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 30 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are dealing with addiction, stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and big life changes. Her approach starts with listening and making space for honest conversation so people can take the next step toward a more fulfilling life.

    She uses practical, straightforward methods that match each person's needs. That can include Motivational Interviewing to build readiness for change and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and goals. She also draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral strategies to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns.

    Sessions emphasize clear goals and small, manageable steps. Sherry helps clients set priorities, practice new skills, and track progress between meetings. She pays attention to cultural and life-context factors, including concerns tied to identity, prejudice, and veteran experiences.

    Her work covers a wide range of struggles, from substance and process addictions to body image, hoarding, isolation, and compassion fatigue. She supports people coping with career stress, parenting strain, and the aftereffects of trauma. The tone in sessions is nonjudgmental and focused on practical change.

    If someone wants to try therapy with her, they will find a calm, steady presence and an emphasis on finding what works in daily life. She encourages people to take small steps and to use therapy as a place to test new choices and build confidence.

  2. How her approaches fit with online therapy

    Sherry commonly uses Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and client-centered techniques. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and is useful for addictions and habit shifts. ACT helps people notice their values and take actions that match those values even when emotions are hard. Client-centered work emphasizes listening, acceptance, and working at the client’s own pace to build trust and direction.

    Choosing the right approach is part of the process. She collaborates with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences. That means trying things out, adjusting plans, and picking tools that feel useful for daily life rather than sticking to one rigid method.

    The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for brief check-ins between major appointments. It also lets people practice new skills in their usual settings and bring real-life examples to sessions for immediate feedback.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes

    Also works with

    Stress, AnxietyLGBTCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigue

    Additional focus areas

    Body imageCodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Women's issuesWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    30+ years

    Listed in

    Illinois

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of problems does she help with?

    She works with people facing addictions, relationship strain, stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and major life changes. Other focuses include body image, hoarding, isolation, and veteran-related concerns.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    Her style is calm and practical, centered on listening and collaboration. She uses clear goals, stepwise plans, and tools drawn from several approaches to support change.

    How long has she been practicing?

    She has 30 years of professional experience working with people on a range of behavioral and emotional concerns.

    What are her credentials and where is she based?

    She holds an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential (LCPC) and practices in Illinois.

    Can I work with her if I live in another country?

    Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.

    What session formats are available?

    The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

    How does payment work and what does it cost?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin if I want to work with her?

    Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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