Welcome to Sheri Sterup Therapy
You might be feeling emotionally exhausted, like you're holding everything together on the outside, but inside, you're barely hanging on. Maybe you're constantly questioning your decisions, overwhelmed by anxiety, or feeling like you’ve lost touch with who you are. It might seem like you’re always taking care of others, saying yes when you want to say no, and putting yourself last. Somewhere along the way, people-pleasing became second nature, and now it’s hard to even know what you want or need. Transitions like divorce, career changes, motherhood, or simply growing tired of old patterns can bring all of this to the surface.
You may also be carrying the weight of past experiences, old wounds that never fully healed but still shape how you see yourself and relate to others. Trauma doesn't always look like one big event. It can live in the way you brace for conflict, feel responsible for others’ emotions, or struggle to trust your own voice. These patterns often resurface during big life transitions, divorce, motherhood, career shifts, or simply realizing that something in your life no longer fits.
In therapy, we’ll create a space where your story is honored, not judged. Together, we’ll:
Process and make sense of painful past experiences
Unpack limiting beliefs and internalized self-doubt
Manage anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Set boundaries that support your well-being
Build self-trust and confidence
Move through transitions with clarity and purpose
You don’t have to carry it all alone. Therapy can help you reconnect with your voice, your values, and your sense of self.
For couples, One or both of you may feel unheard, unseen, or unimportant. You might feel like you're walking on eggshells, shutting down to avoid a blow-up, or raising your voice just to be noticed. These moments are often filled with frustration, loneliness, and a deep longing to feel close again—but not knowing how to get there.
Behind the anger or silence is usually hurt, fear, or disconnection. You may wonder, “Why can’t we just talk without it turning into a fight?” or “Do they even care about me anymore?” These are not just communication issues, they’re emotional injuries and unmet needs that haven’t been fully understood or healed. In my work with couples, I help you move beyond surface-level conflict and into deeper understanding. My approach focuses on identifying the negative patterns that keep you stuck, like shutting down, lashing out, or feeling unheard, and understanding the emotions and unmet needs driving those patterns.
Learn more about how I support my clients.
