Cheryl Thompson, LPC - Therapist in Virginia

Cheryl Thompson is a licensed professional counselor with 14 years of clinical experience in Virginia.

01About Cheryl

Cheryl Thompson is a licensed professional counselor with 14 years of clinical experience in Virginia. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and major life changes. Cheryl aims to make the first step feel manageable and respectful.

She listens carefully and works with each person to build a plan that fits their situation. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps and on understanding what matters most to the person.

Background and approach

Cheryl adjusts pace and techniques so the work feels relevant and doable. Many people come to address overwhelming emotions and to find better ways to cope day to day. Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and explains them in plain language so clients know what to expect.

She combines active listening with straightforward strategies to reduce symptoms and improve coping skills. Cheryl emphasizes collaboration. Goals are set together and progress is reviewed regularly.

This helps keep therapy focused and aligned with real-life needs like work, family demands, or school responsibilities. Sessions are offered online in formats that fit different schedules. Cheryl welcomes people who prefer English and will work with international clients as well.

Her background and steady approach aim to make therapy a practical part of rebuilding routine and emotional balance.

02Credentials

LPC (Virginia): License 0701007303 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1104330984 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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04Online support

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on helping people manage strong emotions and rebuild daily routines. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more balanced thoughts to reduce anxiety and depression. Another approach teaches practical skills for tolerating distress, managing anger, and coping during grief so people can handle hard moments without being overwhelmed.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cheryl collaborates with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts plans as progress is made. That collaborative process helps ensure the techniques fit real life and feel useful between sessions.

Online therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversations when a fuller interaction is helpful. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a break at work. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, quick coping reminders, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options make it easier to get consistent support while balancing work and family demands.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does Cheryl focus on?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, anger, depression, and coping with life changes.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, with clear steps and practical coping strategies tailored to each person.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Cheryl has 14 years of experience working as a clinician in Virginia.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Virginia.

Are sessions offered in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English, and she also accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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