- Stress management
- Anger skills
- Grief support
About Cheryl
Cheryl Thompson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with 14 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and major life changes. Cheryl writes plainly and focuses on practical steps people can use day to day.
She listens for what matters most and then works with each person to set clear, manageable goals. Sessions typically involve talking through recent events, identifying patterns that increase tension, and trying out different ways to respond. Cheryl keeps exercises short and doable so people can practice between sessions.
Her background as an LPC means she has years of clinical experience in community and outpatient settings. That experience informs how she helps people who are juggling work, family, and emotional strain. She knows small adjustments can change how stress builds up over time.
Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on skills that reduce reactivity and build better coping. She encourages people to notice triggers, test new responses, and track what helps. Progress is measured in concrete steps rather than promises of quick change.
Sessions are conversational and straightforward. Cheryl guides people through tools for calming, managing strong feelings, and navigating loss or life shifts. She supports people who want clearer thinking and steadier responses when things get hard.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions fit
Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building. One common approach is cognitive-behavioral work, which helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test more balanced ways of thinking to reduce anger and anxiety. Another is skills-based coping training that teaches short, repeatable tools for calming down and managing strong feelings in daily life.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Cheryl will talk with each person about goals and preferences, try a method for a few sessions, and adjust based on what is working. The process is a mix of discussion, exercises, and homework tasks decided together.
Confirm current session formats before booking since none are listed here. In general, online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week and to try brief check-ins when needed. It also allows people to use video or phone options where they are more comfortable, or choose a shorter session for a focused skills practice. Licensed professionals can help find a rhythm that fits daily life while focusing on clearer thinking and steadier responses.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, goal-focused style that emphasizes short exercises and clear steps to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she bring?
She has 14 years of experience as a licensed clinician in Virginia.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.