Inspiring Conversations with Daria Sherman of Therapy House- Dr. Daria Kathleen Sherman PhD. LMT

Today we’d like to introduce you to Daria Sherman.

Hi Daria, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
In the summer of 2012, the world tilted. A phone call, a siren, a silence that split the sky. My 19-year-old son—my beloved, my muse, my mirror—was taken in an accident that no mother should ever have to survive. Time fractured. Breath became a ritual. The ordinary became sacred, because it was all that remained.
Grief arrived not as a visitor but as a permanent companion. It was not linear, not polite. It howled. It whispered. It curled around my bones and rewrote my name. In the absence of my son’s laughter, I found myself holding a love that had no place to go. And so, I gave it shape.
I began to write.
Not just one book. Not just a journal. But a flood—streams of consciousness that poured from my soul like rain from a broken sky. Words became lanterns. Stories became bridges. My grief, once unbearable, became a sacred offering.
By the time the calendar turned again, I had written dozens of books. By now, I have written 98. Some are for children—playful, rhyming, whimsical. Yet beneath the fun lies a metaphysical heartbeat, a whisper to the adults reading aloud to their children.
My books have reached thousands. Some have become #1 international bestsellers on Amazon. But I never wrote for fame. I wrote for the mother sobbing in the dark. For the father who couldn’t find words. For the child who asked, “Where did Grandma go?” and needed an answer that honored both science and soul.
And then came the Grief Lantern Project.
A gift born of sorrow and service, the project offers free paperbacks and PDFs to anyone navigating the harrowing terrain of loss. No one is turned away. My books arrive like balm—gentle, wise, and luminous. They do not fix grief. They companion it.
But my vision didn’t stop there.
In Quail Hollow State Park, Hartville, Ohio I had the WindPhone built—the first of its kind in Ohio. A sacred structure where the bereaved can speak to their crossed-over loved ones. No dial tone. No judgment. Just wind, memory, and the echo of love. It stands as a testament to the truth: that connection does not end with death. It transforms.
For over 30 years, I have also served as a healer—offering massage therapy, Reiki, and movement reeducation. My hands know pain in others. My intuition is empathic, trained, and deeply attuned. I bring not just technique but presence. My clients feel seen, held, and restored.
I am a mythmaker. A ritualist. A mother who turned devastation into devotion.
My grief did not disappear. It became a lantern.
And now, I walk beside others in the dark, holding that light high.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
The journey after the unexpected death of a child is never a smooth road—it’s a terrain reshaped by grief, trauma, and the quiet wreckage that follows. For many, including me, this path has demanded not just survival, but a radical redefinition of self, purpose, and connection. Since my son crossed into spirit, I’ve become someone profoundly different. The vibrant social life I once embraced now feels distant—I choose quiet over crowds, simplicity over stimulation. I’ve pared down my days to what truly matters, honoring the sacredness of time and energy. Yet in this quieter life, my heart has grown fiercer in its love. I love harder, with more intention, and I feel others’ pain more deeply. Grief cracked me open, but through that rupture, I’ve come to understand how precious life is—and that understanding has made me more tender, more present, and more attuned to the invisible threads that bind us.

As you know, we’re big fans of Therapy House- Dr. Daria Kathleen Sherman PhD. LMT. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Dr. Rev. Daria Kathleen Sherman, PhD, is a visionary healer, author, and spiritual teacher whose multifaceted career spans over three decades of service in holistic wellness, grief support, and metaphysical counseling. As the founder of Therapy House and creator of the Grief Lantern Project, Daria has guided thousands through personal transformation using her unique blend of clinical expertise, intuitive insight, and sacred ritual. With a doctorate in Philosophy specializing in Metaphysical Counseling, and advanced training in conflict resolution, Reiki, and grief work, she offers a rare integration of spiritual depth and practical healing. Her Healing Touch and Soul Biology methods—refined through 30 years in medical pain management and OB-GYN settings—have brought relief and renewal to over 14,000 clients.
Daria is also the prolific author of more than 80 inspirational books for children, teens, and adults, each one a beacon of hope and emotional clarity. Her work as a Reiki Master, officiant, and workshop leader has earned her national recognition, including the Globee Gold Award for Empowering Women and Holistic Therapy Service of the Year for the Midwest. Whether through quantum healing massage, spiritual counseling, or poetic storytelling, Daria’s mission is unwavering: to help others uncover their inner truth, transcend trauma, and live with authenticity, purpose, and peace.

Is there any advice you’d like to share with our readers who might just be starting out?
Starting a book or launching a massage practice both require courage, clarity, and a deep connection to your “why.” Begin by honoring your unique voice—whether through storytelling or healing touch—and trust that your lived experience is your greatest credential. For writers, commit to a regular rhythm of writing, even if it’s messy or brief, and let your first draft be a sacred container for truth, not perfection. For massage therapists, build your practice around integrity, empathy, and sustainable boundaries; your energy is your most valuable asset. In both paths, invest in learning the business side early—marketing, scheduling, budgeting—so your passion can thrive without burnout. Most importantly, remember that your work is a gift: it comforts, transforms, and connects. Let that truth guide you through the inevitable doubts.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.Therapyhouse.info