I am a board certified, Licensed Professional Counselor ((LPC), in the state of Pennsylvania.
My background is in Community Mental Health. I have worked with adults, adolescents and children for more than 10 years in school, home and outpatient settings, both in person and virtually. I have experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, relationship issues and trauma.
My therapeutic approaches are primarily Client Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a Client Centered Therapist, I utilize active listening, compassion, empathy and non-judgement to meet my clients where they are, help them identify their challenges, and develop a plan to help them achieve their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapists help clients explore the connection between their thoughts, feeling and actions.
I generally check messages here a few times per day and respond as quickly as I can. My goal is to respond within 24 hours. I do appreciate your patience when it takes a bit longer at times as I may be tending to other clients, or professional or personal responsibilities.
I thank you for entrusting me with the privilege of helping you to achieve your goals.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Prejudice and discrimination, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
PA LPC PC011076
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She listens to you. She understands and isn’t afraid to tell her story
Written on Sep 23, 2025 after therapy with Cheryl for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
Finding the time to take care of myself as a single mom wasn't easy, let alone finding someone that feels genuine. Betterhelp has given me all of the tools I need and Cheryl has been great with guiding me on my new journey to healing. I appreciate the easiness of this and would recommend to anyone needing to start their journey!
Written on Jul 08, 2025 after therapy with Cheryl for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Very professional
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Cheryl for 3 weeks
She is extremely compassionate helpful and knowledgeable
Written on Jun 03, 2025 after therapy with Cheryl for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Cheryl listens to me and understands my problem and concerns . She encourages me to do what is Best for me!!
Written on May 20, 2025 after therapy with Cheryl for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very satisfied
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Cheryl for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, and career difficulties