Your Partners Through Pregnancy and Beyond

Our licensed, professional staff have various areas of expertise and experience, but are all focused on your care and support. All of our counselors, clinical social workers and a psychologist understand that the pregnancy may be just one of many stressors and issues in your life. They are here to hear your needs, goals, concerns – You matter.

Whether this is your first or third pregnancy – unplanned or expected, you have a history of trauma or are concerned about finances and level of support, our counselors are here to help. Whatever the circumstance, we offer reassurance, education, guidance and the support you need to take the next step.

Our counselors have a wealth of knowledge and experience available FREE to you, regardless of whether you have insurance or not.

Sheri Petruso MSW, LCSW Birthright St. Charles


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Sheri is a masters level, licensed clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience in crisis, adolescent, family, and women’s issues.  She has been a Birthright counselor since 2003 and is the current Director of Counseling.  Sheri loves the opportunity to work one on one with women who are facing life challenges and together finding ways to cope, overcome and strengthen their sense of self. Sheri feels it’s a gift to take on the struggles and successes with the women she meets at Birthright. Through compassion, empowerment, problem solving and skill building Sheri helps each woman believe she can make a plan that fits her life. She hopes each client’s experience at Birthright is uplifting and positive.


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Terry is a licensed clinical social worker. Terry received her Master’s degree from the University of Missouri-St. Louis in 2005.  Terry has worked in the field of clinical social work with families and children in counseling since 2008. Terry has 22 years of diverse social work experience which includes child welfare, early childhood, housing, substance abuse and mentoring. Terry enjoys the opportunity of helping pregnant women understand their options while utilizing an individualized approach with compassion and empathy for all, regardless of marital status, socioeconomic status, race, religion, or creed.


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Jennifer is a licensed professional counselor with a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University. She has experience working with a variety of clients and has been a part of the Birthright team since 2019. She has a passion for helping women feel empowered to make their own choices. She uses a compassionate, non-judgmental approach in supporting women in their journey, whatever path they may choose. She appreciates how Birthright provides professional counseling to each client, specific to the client’s individual needs.

licensed Clinical psychologist

Birthright St. Charles also has a licensed clinical psychologist with 30 years experience on staff that also works with the women and families we serve. She prioritizes women’s current needs, by building on their life experiences and strengths. By utilizing evidence-based counseling modalities, she works for successful outcomes within a caring and compassionate therapeutic relationship.

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