Sherry Martell

Sherry Martell is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of practice in South Carolina. She uses a compassionate, client-centered approach to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship difficulties. Her work often focuses on practical coping for life changes and on the strains caregivers face.

She aims for straightforward, collaborative sessions where clients set goals and try concrete steps between meetings. She listens for patterns that increase distress and offers ways to break them down into manageable actions. Session work can include problem-solving, learning new coping skills, and tracking small changes over time.

With three decades of experience, she draws on a range of methods to suit different needs rather than using a single formula. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills can be introduced to build emotional regulation and reduce reactivity.

People who come to her often want help getting through a major life transition, managing persistent low mood, or finding steadier ways to handle stress at home or work. She also supports caregivers coping with ongoing responsibilities and related burnout. Conversations focus on realistic steps that fit day-to-day life.

Sherry holds the LISW-CP credential, which indicates her licensure in clinical social work practice. She works with adults in English and practices in South Carolina. If considering sessions, follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client's lead. The therapist creates space for people to say what matters most, and sessions often center on building understanding and personal insight. This approach is helpful for people facing major life changes who need a steady, supportive space to sort their thoughts.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps people spot patterns that make problems worse and then try practical experiments to change them. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress because it targets day-to-day habits that keep difficulties going.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers specific skills for managing strong emotions and reducing reactivity. It teaches techniques for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication, which can help when relationship tension or caregiver stress feels overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has helped or not helped in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as needed.

If you are interested in online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. The main practical benefit of online work is fitting therapy into a busy life - sessions can make it easier to attend without long travel. Other practical advantages include shorter check-ins when needed and fewer barriers to resuming care after a life change.