Sheltering Tree Consultants (STC) is a trauma-informed practice serving individuals, families, communities, and organizations across the Caribbean. We help people and systems reduce overload and regain stability through clear guidance, practical tools, and culturally grounded care.
Our work focuses on restoring healthy functioning in daily life, relationships, leadership, and community systems.
Our mission is to help people and institutions move from chronic strain to stable functioning. We provide structured support that strengthens emotional regulation, decision-making, communication, and resilience.
Healing is not one-size-fits-all. We use psychology, trauma science, education, and faith-safe support. We speak plainly and guide with care. We adapt each plan to Caribbean culture and real-world constraints. Our work is evidence-informed, practical, and designed to support stable, lasting change.
These values are at the heart of everything we do.
Healing is not one-size-fits-all. We use psychology, trauma science, education, and faith-safe support. We speak plainly and guide with care. We adapt each plan to Caribbean culture and real-world constraints. Our work is evidence-informed, practical, and designed to support stable, lasting change.
These values are at the heart of everything we do.
We serve people and systems under sustained strain who are still functioning but nearing overload.
We support:
What you can expect:
Whether you need support for yourself or your family, guidance for your organization, or training for your team, STC provides structured, trauma-informed care focused on restoring stability and capacity. We offer a steady, professional space where clear steps lead to measurable improvement in daily functioning and relationships.
Whether you need support for yourself or your family, guidance for your organization, or training for your team, STC provides structured, trauma-informed care focused on restoring stability and capacity. We offer a steady, professional space where clear steps lead to measurable improvement in daily functioning and relationships.
If you are ready to reduce overload and restore stability, begin today with clear, supportive guidance.
We bring calm, clarity, and competence to complex situations. We understand how trauma, stress, and leadership responsibility affect individuals and systems in the Caribbean and beyond. Our work blends global training with local insight to produce practical, culturally grounded solutions. We give direct guidance that supports stable decision-making and long-term functioning.
We help people and systems settle, regain clarity, and function well again. You get clear language, steady guidance, and practical steps, not confusion or hype.
We understand how trauma and stress show up in Caribbean life and in high-responsibility roles. We blend global training with local insight so support feels safe, relevant, and usable.
You leave with tools that work in real life. Whether you come as an individual, a family, a leader, or a team, you gain skills that reduce overload and support stable progress.
Dr. Cherry’s approach is characterized by a unique blend of psychodynamic principles and personalized guidance, creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where clients can freely express themselves, heal and grow.
Our therapeutic approach is not just about addressing symptoms but fostering holistic well-being. We understand that mental health is interconnected with various aspects of life, and our approach and process reflect this comprehensive understanding.
No two journeys are the same. We offer personalized support, crafting individualized plans to address your unique needs, whether you’re seeking individual therapy, family support, or other specialized services.
Dr. Cherry’s deep foundation in the field is also reflected in certifications in Acute Stress, Grief and Trauma, Complex Trauma and Disasters, Domestic and Community Crisis Response, and Stress & Trauma Care with Military Application.
Your privacy is our priority. Our confidential and non-judgmental environment ensures a safe atmosphere to fully express yourself. Trust is the foundation of our therapeutic relationships, and we safeguard your confidentiality with utmost care.
From individual and family counseling to specialized support for military communities and crisis response, our comprehensive services cater to a spectrum of challenges that may arise. We are your one-stop destination for diverse counseling needs.
Beyond individual sessions, our community-oriented approach fosters connections through group sessions and an engaging blog. This sense of community mirrors the supportive atmosphere within our specialized sessions, creating a space for shared growth.
Hear What Our Clients Are Saying About Their Journey With Our Team.
“Dr. Cherry has been instrumental in reestablishing the relationship between my son and I. Her sessions exposed me to the challenges he was having and equipped both of us with the necessary tools to regain each others trust and strengthened our bond.”
Bailey
