Sheryl Burns, LPC
- Stress and anxiety care
- Support for educators
- Client-centered strategies
About Sheryl Burns
She uses a compassionate, client-centered approach to create a welcoming space where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment. Sheryl focuses on building motivation and confidence while helping clients develop coping skills for everyday situations and significant changes alike. Her additional focus areas include communication difficulties, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose and self-love, social anxiety and phobia, women's issues, and workplace concerns.
Sheryl emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, guiding each person toward more fulfilling and balanced living at a self-directed pace. She is not currently accepting new clients.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sheryl Burns have?
Sheryl Burns has three years of professional counseling experience.
Is Sheryl Burns a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and is licensed in Texas under TX LPC 91494.
In which languages does Sheryl Burns provide therapy?
Sheryl provides therapy in English.
Where is Sheryl Burns located?
Sheryl Burns is located in Texas.
How can I work with Sheryl Burns as my therapist?
Therapy sessions were offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Note that Sheryl is not currently accepting new clients, so these options may not be available at this time.
Does Sheryl Burns work with international clients?
No. Sheryl Burns does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sheryl Burns 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 your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging. Availability may affect scheduling, and Sheryl is not currently accepting new clients.
Approaches and Online Options for Practical Change
Sheryl draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to support people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and empathy - the therapist follows the client's lead to build trust and clarify goals, which is helpful for those seeking a supportive, validating space. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for symptoms such as anxiety and low mood. DBT combines skill-building in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which is useful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sheryl works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then adapts methods so therapy fits the individual rather than expecting the person to fit a single model.
Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging adds flexibility to that collaborative work. These options make it easier to meet around busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care during life changes, while still allowing licensed professionals to deliver structured support and practical strategies tailored to each client's situation.