Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal, LCSW, LPCC
Licensed California therapist with 40 years' experience
- Trauma and anxiety care
- Parenting and family support
- Attachment-focused methods
About Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal
Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal is a California-licensed clinician with 40 years of professional experience who specializes in helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parenting challenges, and life transitions. She creates an open, nonjudgmental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be explored, and she supports clients as they take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Her practice is informed by ongoing study in psychology, neurology, and biology, and she stays connected with educational institutions to evaluate new research critically. Treatment choices are drawn from proven methods that fit each person’s needs, with the aim of helping clients become experts in their own lives. When working with families or partners, she focuses on building skills to foster confidence and loving relationships and on teaching practical ways to repair the everyday ruptures that occur in close relationships.
Her training includes an NIMH fellowship in community mental health, where she worked across ages, backgrounds, and orientations and helped establish shelters and children’s support programs. She trained with Alicia Lieberman, PhD, and later became a credentialed school counselor to assist families with early identification and educational planning such as IEPs and 504 plans. She has also studied with Bessel van der Kolk, Stephen Porges, and Daniel Siegel, and emphasizes the development of self-compassion and self-kindness in therapy. Dr. Packer-Rosenthal holds LCSW and LPCC credentials - Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and practices from an integrative, client-centered perspective.
Her practice is informed by ongoing study in psychology, neurology, and biology, and she stays connected with educational institutions to evaluate new research critically. Treatment choices are drawn from proven methods that fit each person’s needs, with the aim of helping clients become experts in their own lives. When working with families or partners, she focuses on building skills to foster confidence and loving relationships and on teaching practical ways to repair the everyday ruptures that occur in close relationships.
Her training includes an NIMH fellowship in community mental health, where she worked across ages, backgrounds, and orientations and helped establish shelters and children’s support programs. She trained with Alicia Lieberman, PhD, and later became a credentialed school counselor to assist families with early identification and educational planning such as IEPs and 504 plans. She has also studied with Bessel van der Kolk, Stephen Porges, and Daniel Siegel, and emphasizes the development of self-compassion and self-kindness in therapy. Dr. Packer-Rosenthal holds LCSW and LPCC credentials - Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - and practices from an integrative, client-centered perspective.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal have?
Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal has 40 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LPCC. Her licenses are CA LCSW 82041 and CA LPCC 1127.
In which languages does Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal work with international clients?
Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care
Dr. Sherrin Packer-Rosenthal integrates several evidence-informed methods into online work to meet each person where they are. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on the ways early relationships influence current patterns of connection and helps people address difficulties in closeness, trust, and emotional regulation that often underlie anxiety and parenting challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning practical skills to change them; it is useful for managing stress, anxiety, and many responses to life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, giving clients space to lead the process while the therapist provides support and reflection to promote self-understanding and growth.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Packer-Rosenthal collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting techniques as the therapeutic relationship develops. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual or family.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people juggling work, family, or health considerations. These options make it easier to schedule regular sessions, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations, while still focusing on meaningful therapeutic progress.
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