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Sheri Bell-O'Gara, LCSW

Compassionate trauma-informed therapy with flexibility and humor
  • Trauma and anxiety support
  • Grief and loss care
  • CBT and EMDR trained

About Sheri Bell-O'Gara

Sheri Bell-O'Gara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana with 29 years of experience supporting people through trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, and other mental health concerns. Her work is grounded in evidence-based methods, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and CBT for Insomnia, along with focused support for grief and loss. She is also currently training in Somatic Therapy, expanding her ability to help clients connect mind and body when stress and trauma show up physically as well as emotionally.

Over the course of her career, Sheri has worked with returning combat veterans from Iraq, Afghanistan, and other war zones, as well as hospice and geriatric clients. She approaches therapy with flexibility and respect for individual differences, collaborating with each person to find an approach that fits their needs rather than forcing concerns into a preset category. Sheri is known for a compassionate style and, when appropriate, incorporates humor to help clients move through difficult moments and find steadiness during challenging times.

Sessions are available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering multiple ways to connect and get support.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersDepression

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sheri Bell-O'Gara have?

Sheri Bell-O'Gara has 29 years of experience providing therapy and support for a range of mental health concerns.

Is Sheri Bell-O'Gara a licensed therapist?

Yes. Sheri Bell-O'Gara is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License: IN LCSW 34004011A.

In which languages does Sheri Bell-O'Gara provide therapy?

Sheri Bell-O'Gara provides therapy in English.

Where is Sheri Bell-O'Gara located?

Sheri Bell-O'Gara is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Sheri Bell-O'Gara as my therapist?

You can work with Sheri Bell-O'Gara through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing you to choose the format that best fits your comfort level and schedule.

Does Sheri Bell-O'Gara work with international clients?

Yes. Sheri Bell-O'Gara works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sheri Bell-O'Gara cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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 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.

Online Therapy Approaches That Meet You Where You Are

Sheri Bell-O'Gara draws from several evidence-based approaches to help clients work through concerns like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and sleep difficulties. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and daily habits and practicing new skills that support steadier mood and healthier coping. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured therapy often used for trauma and distressing memories, helping clients process experiences in a way that reduces how strongly they continue to affect the present. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines mindfulness with values-based action, supporting people in making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward what matters most.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sheri works collaboratively, listening closely and adjusting the pace and methods based on each client’s goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful over time. The work is tailored rather than one-size-fits-all, with room for compassion and, when appropriate, humor along the way.

Online therapy also makes it easier to stay consistent with support. Sheri offers sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving clients flexible options that can fit busy schedules, changing energy levels, or different comfort preferences.

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