Sherry Catey Hayman, Master Level Clinical Intern

Sherry is a compassionate and dedicated Clinical Intern, completing her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University. She is passionate about hearing and understanding your story, creating a safe and comfortable space through her empathetic and humorous approach. Sherry embraces a holistic perspective, ensuring that her clients feel seen and heard while empowering them to tap into their inherent strengths. 

She has experience working with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, parenting, anxiety, depression, stress, divorce, chronic illness, life transitions, and women’s issues. She also specializes in supporting people with chronic illness and caregivers of individuals with chronic illnesses, recognizing the unique emotional and physical challenges they face. Her aim is to provide a supportive environment to help caregivers navigate their roles and maintain their well-being. 

Sherry particularly enjoys working with teenagers and young adults, helping them and their parents manage educational, relational, and developmental challenges. She offers guidance through life transitions, including those related to education, career, and relationships. 

Inclusive and accepting, Sherry connects with clients from diverse backgrounds, identities, and orientations. Her person-centered, strengths-based approach focuses on promoting competence, enhancing communication strategies, and building stress management skills. She believes in helping individuals recognize their resilience and develop the tools they need to navigate life’s complexities. 

In her practice, Sherry fosters a warm and supportive atmosphere where clients feel empowered to explore their emotions and confront life’s challenges. She views her clients as the experts of their own stories and collaborates with them to achieve their personal and therapeutic goals. 

Sherry is currently accepting new clients at the St. Charles and Lake in the Hills locations. She can be reached at: sherry@owenscounseling.com.