My name is Sherri Polk, Licensed Professional Counselor – Associate at Texas Counseling Center under the supervision of Ayesha Lakhani, MA, LPC-S.
I received my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Houston-Victoria. I attended graduate school at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas where I earned a Master of Education in Counseling with Leadership Certification.
For over 20 years I had the honor of working with students and their families as a teacher, counselor, and administrator before continuing my journey to become a Licensed Professional Counselor.
I believe emotional health is an important part of one’s overall health, as well as raising cultural and self – awareness. Therefore, my aim as a therapist is to provide a safe environment where clients may discuss their emotions, feelings, and thoughts, while helping them to cultivate ways to cope with the life’s challenge.
“We should make it clear that getting help isn’t a sign of weakness- it’s a sign of strength.” Michelle Obama
I am passionate about working with individuals, adolescents, adults, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life’s transitions, and trauma. My therapeutic approaches include, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
During my free time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, traveling, binge watching movies, worship, and serving the community by volunteering.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology, University of Houston -Victoria
Master of Education in Counseling, University of St. Thomas Houston
Trainings
- Trauma Treatment Certification Training (CCTP): The Latest Advances and Proven Techniques to Resolve Deeply Held Trauma
- EMDR & Parts Work for Treating Complex Trauma: Somatic Techniques to Decrease Defensiveness and Facilitate Trauma Processing
- The Mental Load: Therapeutic Interventions to Guide Couples in Redistributing the Invisible Labor of Daily Life and Rebuilding Connection
- Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) for Attachment Trauma: Transforming Psychological Wounds for Adult Clients Traumatized as Children
Professional Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
- Texas Counseling Association
