- Anxiety and panic support
- Skill building focus
- Client-centered care
About Cheryl
Cheryl Williams is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who helps people coping with anxiety, stress, grief, and relationship strains. She works with adults and couples, offering calm, direct support for problems like panic attacks, low self-esteem, and communication breakdowns. Cheryl aims to make sessions feel like a practical place to talk and plan small changes.
She brings 12 years of experience in counseling and holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. Cheryl uses straightforward tools drawn from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try different responses. She also draws on Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused ways of working to build trust and clarity.
In sessions Cheryl focuses on practical skills like managing anxiety symptoms, improving communication, boundary setting, and reducing shame and guilt. She often helps clients name the unhelpful thoughts that keep problems going and then practice new behaviors that feel more doable in daily life.
Cheryl describes therapy as a partnership where goals are set together. She helps clients break big problems into small steps and tracks progress over time. Her style balances empathy with direct feedback so people can test changes between appointments.
Cheryl practices in California and conducts therapy in English. Before scheduling, readers should confirm the current session options offered and choose the Start Therapy button to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.
How Cheryl’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Cheryl often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different actions that reduce anxiety and panic symptoms. CBT focuses on practical steps and homework people can practice between meetings to see small changes in daily life.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which centers on listening and understanding each person’s experience. That approach helps people feel heard while they set their own goals and pace. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is another method Cheryl draws on to help people name and process strong emotions that get in the way of relationships and self-trust.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cheryl treats therapy as a collaboration and will help clients choose which methods to try based on their goals, symptoms, and preferences. She adjusts plans over time if something doesn’t feel like the right fit.
Session formats are not specified here, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling. Talk with Cheryl about what will work best for scheduling, session length, and the kind of support needed.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems can Cheryl help with?
She works with anxiety, stress, depression, grief, anger, trauma, and related issues such as panic disorder and panic attacks, self-esteem, and communication problems.
How would she approach my concerns in therapy?
Her approach mixes client-centered listening with practical techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help people notice patterns and try new responses.
What experience does she bring?
She has 12 years of experience in the mental health field and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology.
Where is Cheryl licensed and practicing?
Cheryl is a California LMFT and practices in California.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I have sessions from another country?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.