I am a passionate and highly experienced DBT Coach.

I’ve spent the last six years teaching a global online DBT community through live classes, group coaching, and one on one sessions.

DBT isn’t just my profession, it’s my way of life. I’m committed to passing along that enthusiasm, knowledge and personal experience to empower your journey.

My mission is simple: to walk side by side with you, offering compassionate support, genuine care, and the tools you need to build a life worth living.

My approach blends professional expertise with my own healing journey. I create a nonjudgmental space where you are seen, heard, and valued.

Together, we will tailor DBT strategies to start rewriting your story, breaking through emotional barriers, celebrating every milestone, and learning life changing skills that are long lasting.

When I’m not teaching DBT, you’ll find me swimming, running, biking or hiking my favorite trail, here in the Cook Islands.

Growth happens one step at a time, one skill at a time. I bring that same mindset into coaching, helping you turn intention into action and setbacks into springboards for transformation.

Ready to explore what’s possible?

Let’s connect and discover how DBT Coaching with Sherid can empower your journey toward lasting emotional resilience.

  • DBT

    DBT For Adults

    DBT for Teens and Families

    Radically Open DBT 2026

  • BPD

    Inner Stability and Self Trust

    Impulsivity Support

    Emotion Regulation

  • RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT

    Healthy Boundaries

    Recovery from Toxic Relationships

    Relationship Communication

  • PERSONAL GROWTH

    Identity and Values Clarification

    Building a Life Worth Living

    Self-Compassion and Self-Vaildation

  • WORKPLACE STRESS

    Work Life Balance

    Trauma Recovery & Resilience Building

    Conflict Navigation

  • MINDFULNESS

    Mindful Living

    Self-Compassion Practice

    Grounding Skills

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

“I want to thank you again for the work we did together. Your coaching services are invaluable.”

- CLIENT R.G

“Great lesson today! I especially love joining your class because you’ve lived and breathed this curriculum and your passion for it is so clear.”

- CLIENT A.C

“I was thinking about our time today and I wanted to say thank you. I felt so very validated and not alone in this experience. This has been the turning point of this growing awareness, and way of being with myself in a far more gentler way, with this growing awareness, reinforced by your own experience. Thank you Sherid. ”

- CLIENT M.D

“I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate having you as a coach. I have gotten more out of this DBT group than any other. I feel very grateful, and I just wanted you to know.”

- CLIENT R.J

“I especially look forward to our sessions! You are an angel and I appreciate you being a safe space for me. ”

- CLIENT K.M

“ I will forever be grateful to you for all the help that you have given me. Wow! You have really helped me to improve my life using DBT skills. You’re amazing and keep changing lives!  Thank you again for having such an impact in my life.”

- CLIENT C.C

CREDENTIALS

CERTIFICATE IN RO DBT LEVEL 1

2026

CERTIFICATE IN DBT SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENTS AND FAMILIES

2025

CERTICATE IN DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS

2021

CERTICATE IN LIFE COACHING

2023

DIPLOMA IN TEACHING

2000

BACHELOR OF ARTS

1997 - 1999

DBT TEACHER

COACH AND FACILITATOR

DBT SKILLS TEACHER

  • Teaching weekly DBT skills classes with interactive exercises and Q&A discussions to deepen skill application

  • Guiding mindfulness practices and tailoring DBT materials to inspire and empower participants

DBT COACH

DBT GROUP FACILITATOR

  • Facilitating individual and group DBT skills coaching sessions virtually

  • Supporting client mastery in DBT skills across mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness

  • Coaching over 30 clients weekly

  • Facilitating online community engagement for a program of 350+ members

  • Designing and delivering DBT program materials, ensuring relevance and client-focused content

  • Providing personalized DBT skills coaching and actionable homework feedback to support student mastery and skill growth

CONTACT ME

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DISCLAIMER

Coaching and programs on this site are for educational and skill-building purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional medical, psychiatric, or psychological care. Results may vary. By using this site or engaging in services, you acknowledge these terms. Click here for the full Legal Disclaimer page.