Sheryl Derby, LCSW

Sheryl Derby, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Arizona with deep experience supporting children, adolescents, adults and families. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies and earned a Master of Social Work with a Child Welfare emphasis from Arizona State University. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she is qualified to provide clinical therapy and has offered clinical supervision for 17 years.

Over more than two decades in social work, Sheryl has developed expertise in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship and parenting issues, grief, sleep difficulties, anger, bipolar disorder, ADHD and mood disorders. She has also worked with specific populations including veterans, families involved in the child welfare system, juveniles connected to the court system and homeless families, and she addresses concerns such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress and compassion fatigue.

Her therapeutic approach is adaptable and strengths based. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques with elements of solution-focused practice and client-centered care to identify practical coping skills and build on each person’s existing abilities. Sheryl’s aim is to help clients reach their goals so they can live with greater calm, clearer relationships and improved day-to-day functioning.

Outside of her professional work, she practices self-care by spending time with her basset hounds, attending yoga, and volunteering with geriatric and hospice animals at a retirement home. She looks forward to supporting, guiding and empowering individuals and families as they navigate life’s challenges.