Dr. Sherry Aaker, LPC
Georgia LPC supporting healing and growth
- Trauma and anxiety
- Grief and transitions
- Personal growth support
About Dr. Sherry Aaker
Dr. Sherry Aaker is a Georgia-based licensed therapist who supports people navigating complex emotional and life transitions with steady compassion and practical guidance. She focuses on helping clients address depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem concerns while attending to issues of isolation, life purpose, guilt, and shame. Her practice emphasizes personal growth and resilience as clients move through divorce, workplace stress, midlife changes, caregiving demands, and other significant shifts.
With a particular commitment to working with women, veterans, and older adults, Dr. Aaker brings sensitivity to a wide range of challenges, including intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, and coping with life changes. She also addresses concerns tied to family of origin, blended families, addiction, and caregiving stress, helping clients explore patterns and develop practical coping strategies.
Dr. Aaker holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and indicates professional licensure to provide counseling services. Drawing on a faith-informed perspective, she creates an understanding environment where strengths and struggles can be explored. Her goal is to support clients in building resilience, finding meaning, and moving toward healing with compassionate and solution-focused support.
With a particular commitment to working with women, veterans, and older adults, Dr. Aaker brings sensitivity to a wide range of challenges, including intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, and coping with life changes. She also addresses concerns tied to family of origin, blended families, addiction, and caregiving stress, helping clients explore patterns and develop practical coping strategies.
Dr. Aaker holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and indicates professional licensure to provide counseling services. Drawing on a faith-informed perspective, she creates an understanding environment where strengths and struggles can be explored. Her goal is to support clients in building resilience, finding meaning, and moving toward healing with compassionate and solution-focused support.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual dysfunctionWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Sherry Aaker have?
Dr. Sherry Aaker has 10 years of experience.
Is Dr. Sherry Aaker a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). License details: GA LPC LPC014556.
In which languages does Dr. Sherry Aaker provide therapy?
Dr. Sherry Aaker provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Sherry Aaker located?
Dr. Sherry Aaker is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Dr. Sherry Aaker as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Sherry Aaker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Sherry Aaker work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Sherry Aaker works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Sherry Aaker 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 Online Care
Dr. Sherry Aaker uses evidence-informed approaches to guide online work and tailor strategies to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility - it helps people learn to live a meaningful life while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current connections and emotional responses - it is useful for intimacy-related issues, abandonment concerns, and relational healing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concentrates on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning - it is often applied for anxiety, depression, and sleep difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Aaker works collaboratively with clients and with licensed professionals to determine which methods best match a client’s goals, preferences, and circumstances, and she adapts techniques as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Dr. Aaker is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy lives and to access support from different locations. These options provide flexibility in scheduling, allow ongoing support between sessions, and make it possible to continue therapy during life transitions or while traveling.