Sherry Martell, LISW-CP

Sherry Martell is a licensed social worker who uses clear, practical approaches to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship strain. She holds the LISW-CP credential and brings 30 years of experience in clinical practice in South Carolina.

Clients meet a therapist who aims to listen closely and respond in plain language. Sessions focus on short-term, doable goals and skills people can use right away. Sherry emphasizes coping strategies that fit daily life rather than vague theories.

Her work often centers on mood concerns and the overload many caregivers feel. She helps people sort through competing demands, set manageable boundaries, and reduce constant worry so they can function better day to day.

Sherry blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered conversations and techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy. That means she pays attention to both thoughts and feelings, and teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication.

She draws on decades of practice to tailor strategies to each person's needs. Expect a collaborative pace where skills are practiced, progress is checked, and plans are adjusted as life changes. This approach aims to build steady coping tools and greater self-awareness over time.

Combining evidence-based approaches with flexible online care

Sherry commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and depression. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, focusing on listening closely and following the person's lead to build trust and clearer self-understanding.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Sherry works together with each person to decide which methods feel most helpful based on their goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions are adjusted over time so skills and conversations match real-life challenges.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits for people juggling busy lives. Video calls let the therapist see facial cues and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging support quick problem-solving, brief skill practice, and flexible communication between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, caregiving routine, or other responsibilities.