Karen Sheerin, LCSW-R
- Anxiety and stress support
- Addictions and grief care
- Life transitions guidance
About Karen Sheerin
Sheerin focuses on life transitions and the communication difficulties that often accompany them, including isolation, questions of life purpose, and the search for personal growth. Her work honors the particular experiences of women and addresses workplace tensions, chronic illness and pain, and the realities of aging. She emphasizes approaches that build self-love, reduce shame and guilt, and strengthen coping strategies so individuals can regain confidence and clearer direction.
Clients work with Sheerin to explore relationship shifts, navigate separation or divorce, and manage workplace or family stress while developing practical tools for emotional wellbeing. Her practice centers on collaborative, respectful care aimed at restoring resilience and fostering meaningful change over time.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Karen Sheerin have?
Karen Sheerin has 40 years of experience.
Is Karen Sheerin a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW-R. License details - NY LCSW-R 075978.
In which languages does Karen Sheerin provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Karen Sheerin located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Karen Sheerin as my therapist?
You can work with Karen Sheerin through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Karen Sheerin work with international clients?
Karen Sheerin does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Karen Sheerin 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Approaches and Online Support
Karen Sheerin draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients make concrete changes in their daily lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and then practice new ways of responding to stress, anxiety, and low mood. It is often useful for managing symptoms and building practical skills for coping.Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on clients' strengths and immediate goals, guiding brief, forward-looking conversations that highlight what is already working and how to build on it. This approach can be especially effective for addressing life transitions, workplace concerns, and clarifying next steps when time or resources are limited.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is decided collaboratively. Karen Sheerin works with each person to match methods to their needs, goals, and preferences so therapy feels relevant and manageable. Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who cannot attend in person. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and fit therapy into daily life.