- 30 years experience
- California LCSW
- Focus on practical tools
About Sherrie
Sherrie Kuns-Mackert is a California licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, compassion fatigue, and problems with focus, concentration, or memory. She approaches the first contact with respect and sensitivity and aims to make the first step feel doable for people who are worried or overwhelmed.
Sherrie adapts conversations and care to each person's needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions focus on practical ways to manage strong feelings and to improve day-to-day functioning. She also addresses related concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues, impulsivity, and guilt or shame when these come up.
Her background includes long-term clinical work in California settings. That experience informs how she helps people dealing with chronic pain, co-occurring mental health and substance concerns, first responder stress, and the emotional aftermath of disasters. She brings steady guidance when things feel chaotic.
In sessions she will work with a client to set clear goals and develop steps to reach them. Conversations are tailored to pace, needs, and the problem at hand. Progress is reviewed regularly so plans can change when needed.
Sherrie speaks English and practices in California. She encourages taking small steps toward help and will support people through the early stages of getting started.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Sherrie uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical strategies and clear goals. One common strand emphasizes skills to manage anxiety and panic - teaching breathing, grounding, and stepwise exposure to feared situations to reduce avoidance and build confidence. Another thread centers on mood and emotion regulation, helping people identify patterns that feed depression or anger and developing daily routines and coping skills to ease symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their needs, goals, and comfort level. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know which online options are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when useful. It also lets people use video or audio in ways that suit their energy and bandwidth without promising a specific format in every case.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sherrie commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, compassion fatigue, and attention and focus problems. Additional areas include attachment concerns, chronic illness and pain, substance issues, and first responder stress.
What is her general therapy style?
The approach is practical and individualized. Conversations and plans are adapted to each person's needs and focus on clear steps to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How long has she been practicing clinically?
She has 30 years of professional experience in clinical settings. That background shapes how she supports people with complex or co-occurring issues.
What credentials and location information are listed?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - and practices in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.