- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Cheryl
Cheryl Slaight is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 24 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. Her approach emphasizes straightforward conversation and practical steps to reduce overwhelm and regain control of daily life.
Cheryl centers sessions on what each person brings in the moment. She uses client-centered methods that let clients set priorities and speak openly about what matters to them. She also draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with clearer options.
Mindfulness practices are offered as concrete skills for calming the body and reducing reactivity. Solution-focused strategies help clarify short-term goals and map small changes that add up. Motivational interviewing supports people who feel stuck or unsure about taking the next step.
In sessions she listens for realistic ways to change daily routines, responses, and communication. Cheryl helps people plan small experiments to test new approaches to work, family, and personal boundaries. She also addresses longer-term themes such as grief, moral injury from first responder or veteran work, and family of origin patterns.
Her style is practical and direct. Conversations focus on what a person can do this week to feel less overwhelmed and more in control. To begin, follow the site's steps to match and schedule a first session.
How Cheryl uses common therapies in online work
Cheryl often blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and letting the client set priorities. It helps when someone needs a straightforward place to talk through what is most pressing.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect feelings. It is used to map triggers, try out new responses, and reduce patterns that feed anger and anxiety. Mindfulness therapy offers simple practices for grounding the body and lowering reactivity so decisions come from a calmer place.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Cheryl works together with the person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and the problems they bring. She adjusts plans based on what is working and what feels realistic for daily life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins, or reduce travel time. It also lets people try mindfulness exercises and CBT homework between meetings to see practical change over time.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Cheryl works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and related issues such as self-esteem and chronic illness.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses a client-centered style combined with cognitive behavioral techniques and practical mindfulness skills to help people manage reactions and change patterns.
How much experience does she bring?
She has 24 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and community care in Michigan.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LMSW, licensed in Michigan, and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with people outside the U.S.?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.