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Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Addictions Counselor Candidate, ADDCMs. DesCoteaux is in Network of most Health Care Private Insurance, Medicare KanCare Medicaid. BlueCros BlueSheild
Ms Descoteaux has 27 years of experience working with diverse populations, such School Social Worker, Medical Social Worker, In Home Family Therapy, Providing mental health in a Prison with individual and group therapy. Ms. Descoteaux, has worked with children from 8 to 18, and adults from 18 to 75.
Ms. DesCoteaux has extensive knowledge and education working with addicts of all different addictions, such as Drugs, Alcohol, Sex and Porn, as well as most Mental Health Issues. She had a strong belief in working from a Strength Perspective, using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Family Systems, Conflict Resolution, and Interpersonal Resolutions.
Ms Descoteax is the Mother of 5 sons, and 10 grandchildren, She has a strong Christian faith, as well as valuing Intregity, Honesty and providing a safe, calm environment for her clients to feel comfortable during sessions.
Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping
Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Sexual health & dysfunction - Addressing emotional, physical, and biological concerns related to sexual intimacy and functioning; education and skill building around topics such as erectile dysfunction, orgasms, low libido, shame, and history of abuse; improving communication to realize a fulfilling sex life
Sherry Descoteaux is not in-network with any insurances.
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Years of Experience: 28 years
Davita , Medical Social Worker, 2011 - 2016
University Of Kansas, MSW, 1995
Kansas State University , BSW, 1992
Cloud County Community College, AS, 1990
Kansas: 2309
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