- CBT techniques
- ACT practice
- EMDR support
About Cynthia
Cynthia "Cindy" Chizewick is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) practicing in Ohio with 15 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, anger, mood disorders, and life changes. Her practice also addresses relationship and parenting concerns, sleep problems, ADHD, and issues tied to trauma or abuse.
Cindy describes common presentations plainly: someone feeling stuck, a recent job or housing loss, reliance on alcohol or gambling to cope, the strain of managing a chronic health condition, or lingering reactions to events they might call trauma. She focuses on helping people regain a sense of control over their lives and day-to-day functioning. Sessions aim to identify what gets in the way of functioning and to build practical steps forward.
Her approach is collaborative. She uses a mix of methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), mindfulness techniques, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered work. Treatment choices reflect the person’s goals and what feels manageable in life.
Cindy has worked with people struggling with addictions, first responder issues, veteran and armed forces concerns, and those coping with abandonment, attachment, codependency, and control issues. She also addresses panic attacks, bipolar and depressive symptoms, and the fallout from disasters or sudden losses.
Sessions are presented with straightforward talk and concrete tools. The emphasis is on practical strategies to reduce reactive anger, manage cravings, improve sleep, and rebuild routines. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life steps. It helps with anger, anxiety, panic, and patterns that keep people stuck. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when feelings are uncomfortable. It can help someone living with recurring frustration or resentment to act more in line with what matters to them. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is used to process distressing memories and reduce their hold on current reactions; it is often applied when past events contribute to strong emotional responses.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cindy will collaborate with each person to identify which methods match their goals, readiness, and preferences. That collaborative decision happens early and can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
This therapist’s session formats should be confirmed before booking. Ask about the current online options when you complete the matching questionnaire. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove commute time so people can work around work or family obligations. Those practical benefits help therapy stay consistent while focusing on skills to reduce reactive anger, manage cravings, and rebuild routines.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She helps people manage anger that shows up in relationships, at work, or as ongoing resentment. Anger is listed among the many concerns she works with.
What therapeutic style does she use?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She combines CBT, ACT, EMDR, mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience supporting adults with stress, addiction, mood issues, and trauma-related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in Ohio. The credentials are presented as AZ LCSW and OH LISW in her background.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.