Email Shirley

Shirley is passionate about serving others.  Knowing how crucial it is to communicate events and programs, she loves developing relationships with so many people and helping them find projects and events that interest them.  She believes it helps encourage participation.  Shirley is a welcoming spirit at HUMC not just during the week, but as a member on Sunday mornings.

Daija specializes in the integration of spirituality with mindfulness and bodywork, creating a unique therapeutic approach that addresses the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of well-being. She is skilled in working with a diverse range of clients, including teens, adults, and couples, helping them navigate various psychological challenges.

Her expertise extends to addressing issues such as imposter syndrome, assertiveness, and identity concerns, along with deeper emotional struggles related to guilt, depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, and adjustment disorders. Daija's approach is compassionate and holistic, ensuring that each client’s individual needs are met with tailored therapeutic interventions. This holistic method not only aids in alleviating psychological distress but also promotes overall personal growth and healing.

Her approach is empathetic and supportive, aimed at addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals, including issues related to identity, acceptance, and the complexities of navigating personal and societal relationships. Daija’s practice is a place where all clients, especially those from marginalized communities, can feel seen, understood, and empowered.

Rev. Katherine Sherrill, M.A.,LCMHCA, MT-BC

Katherine is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) as well as a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with Sanctuary Counseling Group. She works with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a variety of difficulties from anxiety, depression, shame, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, spiritual concerns and self esteem. Katherine can incorporate music therapy and spirituality into her work to help explore creative solutions for personal growth and resiliency. Katherine holds a Masters in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. Her undergraduate degree is in Music Therapy from Appalachian State University. Katherine is a provisional deacon in the Western NC Conference of the United Methodist Church. 

Email Richard

Richard loves seeing God’s presence transform the lives of children, young people, and families. It is a challenging world we live in and he believes that the love of God is more than able to transform any and all lives. He has served young people and churches for over 30 years. He is  excited to see where God is leading our church as we seek to be a part of the lives of families in our community helping them to find God’s love and passion for them.

Email Shirley

Shirley is passionate about serving others.  Knowing how crucial it is to communicate events and programs, she loves developing relationships with so many people and helping them find projects and events that interest them.  She believes it helps encourage participation.  Shirley is a welcoming spirit at HUMC not just during the week, but as a member on Sunday mornings.

Rev. Katherine Sherrill, M.A.,LCMHCA, MT-BC

Katherine is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) as well as a Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) with Sanctuary Counseling Group. She works with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a variety of difficulties from anxiety, depression, shame, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, spiritual concerns and self esteem. Katherine can incorporate music therapy and spirituality into her work to help explore creative solutions for personal growth and resiliency. Katherine holds a Masters in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary. Her undergraduate degree is in Music Therapy from Appalachian State University. Katherine is a provisional deacon in the Western NC Conference of the United Methodist Church.