- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Cheryl
Cheryl Williams is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 12 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, anger, and related concerns. Her practice also addresses blended family issues, communication problems, and challenges around control, guilt, and shame.
She takes a straightforward, person-centered approach. Sessions focus on what is happening now and what the client wants to change. Cheryl draws on practical techniques from cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness to help people manage anxious thoughts and strong emotions. She also uses emotionally-focused ideas to look at patterns in close relationships.
Her background includes a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. She describes using a range of approaches to fit each person's needs rather than a single method. That means sessions may include direct skill-building, guided reflection, or exercises to shift unhelpful patterns of thinking and reacting.
Clients commonly work on clearer communication, boundary-setting, and recovering a sense of self after separation or significant loss. For those navigating a blended household, she helps individuals sort loyalty conflicts and practical routines without taking sides. Therapy can also address panic attacks, social anxiety, and issues many women name as important.
Cheryl offers therapy in English and practices in California as a CA LMFT. She does not accept international clients. To begin, prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Cheryl’s therapeutic approaches translate online
Cheryl often combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and emotionally-focused methods. Client-Centered Therapy centers on the client’s goals and lived experience, with the therapist following the person’s lead and helping them clarify what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through concrete exercises and skill practice to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at patterns in emotional responses and close relationships, helping people notice recurring interaction cycles and try new ways of relating.Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Cheryl will discuss what feels most useful, try techniques in-session, and adjust based on what the client reports is working. The aim is to pick methods that fit the client’s goals, whether that means learning coping skills, exploring relationship patterns, or practicing mindfulness exercises.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Many clients use online sessions to practice new skills between meetings and to bring real-life situations directly into discussion. Licensed professionals will discuss scheduling and format options during the matching process.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, anger, and related issues. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, communication problems, and divorce or separation.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is client-centered and practical. Sessions often combine conversation with skill practice from CBT and mindfulness and attention to relationship patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in the mental health field and holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, credentialed as CA LMFT, and practices in California.
Does she offer therapy in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
Which session formats does she provide?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Please check the service page to see what is offered.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is available on the platform.
How do I get started with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.