- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Caregiver issues
About Cheryl
Clients who work with her can expect a calm, nonjudgmental space to talk through what feels hardest. She listens for patterns that feed worry, mood shifts, and communication breakdowns. From there she helps people try small, manageable changes that can ease day-to-day pressure.
Cheryl uses a mix of approaches suited to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete skills for strong emotions and impulsive moments. Psychodynamic ideas help uncover past patterns that affect current relationships.
She also pays attention to caregiver stress, attachment concerns, and issues like guilt, control, and social anxiety. Sessions are practical and focused on what a person wants to change now. Cheryl supports people who want clearer communication, steadier mood, or better ways to cope with life transitions.
People who value direct guidance with room for reflection often find this approach helpful. Her work centers on collaboration - understanding what matters to the client and shaping the work around those goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How Cheryl's approaches can work online
Cheryl commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening relationships.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Cheryl will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. She tailors the mix of skills practice and reflective work based on what a person wants to change and how they respond to different methods.
If you plan to do therapy online, please confirm the session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that working with a licensed professional from their regular routine helps them practice new skills in real life and stay consistent with appointments.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cheryl commonly help with?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include caregiver issues, attachment, communication problems, and panic symptoms.
What is Cheryl's typical therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, with a calm, nonjudgmental tone. Sessions often combine skills practice with reflection on patterns that affect mood and relationships.
How long has she been practicing?
Cheryl has 10 years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and relational concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. The site will show the available formats when you proceed to scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Cheryl?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.