Sherie Dechter, LCSW
- Trauma and grief support
- Couples and family therapy
- Flexible online sessions
About Sherie Dechter
Her approach is rooted in collaboration - she partners with each person to identify techniques and strategies that fit their needs. Sherie strives to provide a warm, friendly, and supportive space where individuals can feel heard and understood. That sense of safety in the therapeutic relationship supports meaningful exploration of the issues affecting wellbeing.
Throughout her career she has guided clients through both expected and unexpected challenges, offering assistance with mourning, trauma recovery, relationship tensions, parenting concerns, and periods of high stress. Sherie sees therapy as a joint process and focuses on empowering people to set and reach their goals. She looks forward to working together to open new possibilities and to build practical steps toward resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sherie Dechter have?
Sherie Dechter has 30 years of experience.
Is Sherie Dechter a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 19664.
In which languages does Sherie Dechter provide therapy?
Sherie Dechter provides therapy in English.
Where is Sherie Dechter located?
Sherie Dechter is located in California.
How can I work with Sherie Dechter as my therapist?
You can work with Sherie Dechter through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Sherie Dechter work with international clients?
Sherie Dechter does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sherie Dechter 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 with therapy 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on helping people accept difficult emotions while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that move them toward a meaningful life. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance has become a barrier to living fully. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust, and it aims to improve relationship dynamics and emotional security for individuals, couples, and families. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship in which the therapist reflects and supports the client's own capacity for self-discovery and growth; it is helpful for rebuilding self-esteem and navigating life transitions.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Sherie collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the work as those needs evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels tailored and relevant.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and live chat or text-based messaging provide additional options for communication between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity when travel or life changes occur, and access licensed professionals from different locations while working toward personal goals.