Tempa L Sherrill, M.S., LPC
(She/her)
Preferred Name: Tempa
About Me
I am a former high school teacher and the spouse of a Marine and Army veteran and police officer. I enjoy nature and helping those who serve our country and community. I have 10 years experience in the nonprofit space working with military and first responders.
Education & Experience
I hold a Masters in Education from Texas Wesleyan University and a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Tarleton State University. My experience and specialty is in working with trauma from a resilience and empowerment perspective.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
I am a member of Texas Counseling Association, Emdria, an advisory board member for the City of Irving Public Safety Wellness Unit; a board member for S.T.E.P.S with Horses, a nonprofit equines assisted therapy practice; and a volunteer for the DFW First Responder Support Network and Gold Star Parents Retreat.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Depression
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- Couples
- Families
- First Responders
- LGBTQ+
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- Magellan Health
- Sliding Scale
- UnitedHealth
