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Cheryl Spence

Compassionate, evidence-informed care for life’s challenges

LPCC Ohio

Experience
11 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Languages
English
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About Cheryl

Cheryl Spence is an Ohio-licensed counselor who supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and depression.

Background and approach

With 11 years of clinical experience as an LPCC and a long background in the mental health field, she draws on a range of trauma-informed and evidence-based methods to help clients navigate emotional difficulties and life transitions. Cheryl emphasizes collaboration and openness, creating a space where clients can explore thoughts and feelings without judgment.

She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-focused tools alongside approaches such as EMDR and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Her work includes attention to issues like panic, postpartum mood changes, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and challenges related to relationships and communication.

Clients can expect practical, goal-oriented strategies grounded in current therapeutic approaches, combined with supportive listening and respect for individual experience. Cheryl encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and assists them in finding a path forward that aligns with their goals and circumstances.

How Cheryl’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy



Cheryl uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; CBT offers practical skills for anxiety, depression, and stress management that translate well to virtual sessions. She also employs EMDR when trauma is a central concern, using structured processing techniques to reduce the emotional impact of traumatic memories in ways that can be adapted for remote therapy.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cheryl treats that as a collaborative effort. She works with clients to understand their goals, symptoms, and preferences, and then recommends or blends methods that fit the presenting needs, adjusting strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy with Cheryl is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access consistent care from home or other convenient locations, while maintaining continuity of treatment and the ability to use practical CBT tools, EMDR-informed work, and mindfulness practices across session types.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cheryl commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and depression, and also focuses on related topics such as panic, postpartum depression, caregiver stress, and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
She blends practical, goal-oriented methods with trauma-informed care, using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-focused therapy to match client needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cheryl has 11 years of professional counseling experience and a longer history in the mental health field, bringing substantial practical experience to her work.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is an LPCC licensed in Ohio with the credential details OH LPCC E.1700419-SUPV.
Does she provide services in languages other than English or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved in getting started?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsFamily problemsIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English