Sherrell McLean is a Licensed Social Worker, Life Coach, and Therapist specializing in trauma, depression and anxiety, perinatal mental health, and sports counseling. Driven by the desire to be the person she once needed, Sherrell empowers her clients to grow, thrive, and embrace meaningful change. She finds immense joy in witnessing her clients’ “a-ha moments” and feels honored to walk alongside them on their transformative journeys.
Sherrell’s approach is casual, inviting, and rooted in love and collaboration. She creates a welcoming space where clients and audiences feel seen, heard, and inspired to embrace change and growth. Passionate about supporting women, mothers, and individuals in their 20s to late 30s, Sherrell helps them navigate life’s transitions with clarity, resilience, and confidence.
She encourages individuals to let go of old habits and beliefs, adopt healthier mindsets, and prioritize self-love and self-care. Through her holistic growth model, Sherrell envisions a ripple effect—where clients not only heal and thrive but also inspire positive change in their communities.
Beyond her professional work, Sherrell is active in the Buffalo Urban League Young Professionals and the Western New York volleyball community, where she has extensive experience as both a player and coach. For her, coaching is an extension of therapeutic work, focusing on goal-setting, resilience, and skill development, reflecting her passion for empowering others in all aspects of life.
Born and raised in Buffalo, New York (Bills Mafia), Sherrell holds a Bachelors degree in both Social Work and Psychology from SUNY Buffalo State, where she played Four years of Division III Volleyball (Go Bengals!), and a Masters degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo (Go Bulls).