Sherry Jones-Williamson , LCSW

Sherry Jones-Williamson is a licensed clinical social worker with 32 years of experience, based in North Carolina. She earned her degree from East Carolina University and has spent much of her career working in inpatient psychiatric settings, with a particular focus on the geriatric population. Her background gives her deep familiarity with the challenges that come with aging and with the needs of caregivers and older adults.

She is committed to meeting people where they are and creating a supportive, non-judgmental, open-minded space to work toward their goals. Sherry has experience treating depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, anger management concerns, bipolar conditions, and grief, and she often helps clients develop practical life skills and improved daily functioning. Her additional focus areas include family concerns, stress, self-esteem, midlife transitions, and women's issues.

Sherry approaches care from a person-centered perspective and holds an LCSW, which means she is a licensed clinical social worker trained to provide professional mental health support. She frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and practice alternative strategies for managing symptoms, and she employs Motivational Interviewing to support clients in resolving ambivalence and setting meaningful goals. She looks forward to building rapport and working collaboratively to enhance each person s quality of life.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Sherry often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client s own process of discovery and growth. This approach is useful for issues like self-esteem, life transitions, family concerns, and coping with grief.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, another common approach she uses, focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior and learning practical strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, stress, and challenges related to coping with life changes.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people explore and resolve ambivalence about change. It is particularly helpful for clients who are weighing options or trying to build motivation to pursue healthier routines and goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sherry works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, and she adapts treatment as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals and therapists from locations across North Carolina.