About

Hello. My name is Tracy Sherman and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor currently practicing in person and through telehealth in New York State. I primarily work with teenagers and adults to better understand their strengths and how to improve their overall mental health and have been practicing for 12 years. My approach I use a variety of approaches to sessions based on what the individual is looking to gain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness. I also utilize Trauma Focused Therapy when the circumstances warrant. My focus I work with individuals with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders and life cycle struggles such as changing of employment, changes in relationships, grief and loss to name a few. My communication style I have found that working with clients to achieve their goals is best left to the client to determine the course of treatment. I encourage growth and change from clients to achieve their goals. My journey to therapy I returned to school for my current degree after working in the mental health field as a community case worker with children and foster children. I recognized my strengths and ability to connect with individuals and assist them in their journey. I have since found my niche working with adolescents and adults. My goals for you Clients will be the determining factor of their treatment goals based on the initial assessment. What do they hope to achieve in session, what is the outcome they are looking for and what have they previously achieved? Goals will be in collaboration with the client and updated periodically to reflect progress. My first session with you During our initial assessment, I will inquire from the client any additional information they may want to share including what has brought them to counseling at this time. I will be happy to share information related to my own experience and expertise to ensure the therapeutic relationship can develop.