- CBT and mindfulness
- EMDR for trauma
- Client-centered care
About Cheri
Cheri Doval is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with 20 years of clinical experience. She focuses on practical work with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, addictions, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Cheri emphasizes building a strong working relationship first. She listens and asks direct questions to understand what is happening now and what the person wants to change. From that base she draws on several approaches to match the issue and the client’s preferences.
Her practice weaves together cognitive behavioral methods and mindfulness tools to help people notice patterns and try different responses. She also uses client-centered techniques that foreground the person’s own goals and pace. For trauma-related concerns she may use EMDR-style work as one option among others.
Sessions tend to focus on clear, manageable steps people can use between meetings. Practical skills might include spotting triggers, practicing short experiments to test new behaviors, and learning ways to calm intense reactions. Cheri also supports people dealing with life transitions such as adoption, divorce, or shifts related to military service.
Her background combines clinical training and two decades of hands-on experience. People who prefer straightforward, structured conversations about coping, boundaries, and managing anger often find this style useful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. It is useful for persistent anger, anxiety, and life transitions where someone wants to act differently despite strong feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior, and then practicing small experiments to change reactions and reduce distress. It is often used for anger, anxiety, and depression. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that works with distressing memories and bodily reactions; when used it aims to reduce the intensity of those reactions that fuel anger or avoidance.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try methods that fit the concern, and adjust over time based on what helps. Clients and the therapist check in together about progress and whether a different approach would be more useful.
The original biography does not specify session delivery methods, so confirm available session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some techniques translate well to remote sessions, such as guided mindfulness exercises, CBT skill practice, and paced trauma processing, while others may be adapted to the session format chosen. Ask about the practical arrangements when scheduling to match sessions to your daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
Cheri works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related concerns, anger, depression, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She focuses on building a solid rapport, then uses practical methods like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and client-centered conversations to address problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 20 years of experience as a practicing clinician in mental health settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, FL LCSW, and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.