Cherie Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Virginia therapists accepting new clients
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About Cherie
As a licensed therapist serving Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients through compassionate, culturally responsive care, with a deep commitment to addressing mental health challenges across diverse experiences.
I bring expertise in supporting individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. My approach is particularly attuned to the unique needs of LGBTQ+ communities, young adults, and those experiencing life transitions. I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore personal growth, heal from past experiences, and develop meaningful strategies for emotional well-being.
My therapeutic work focuses on addressing a wide range of challenges, including social anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship dynamics, workplace stress, and personal identity exploration. I’m dedicated to helping clients build resilience, cultivate self-love, and create more fulfilling lives through collaborative, strengths-based support.
What Cherie helps with
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Postpartum depression
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Trichotillomania
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Cherie works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “It’s been great so far”
- “It’s still early in our journey but she has been wonderful. She’s easy to open up to and gives great insight when needed. The “homework” is enjoyable and very helpful. I look forward to continuing therapy with her for a long time.”
- “Cherie and I are very early in my therapy journey but I feel that she is a good fit. I am still figuring out exactly what I need to address but I know she will be there to guide me and help me work through it all.”
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- “Cherie has been a wonderful resource and confidant. I’m very grateful for her!”
- “She's the best. Cherie knew exactly what to say.”
- “Ms. Cherie Taylor, is very patient, professional, friendly, humble, transparent, honest, and amazing as she helps you heal and work on your well-being.:) Ms. Taylor, is ("judgement-free-zone"), in which she make you feel comfortable with releasing your most innermost thoughts, and emotions etc.. Ms.Taylor is awesome and is my, friend in which I call her to share my thoughts and emotions.”
- “I love my therapist! She is knowledgeable and very straightforward and I love it. She helps me unpack things that have been holding me back.”
- “Cherie is a great listener and knows how to make me think and look inward”
- “Cherie has provided great insight into my needs and continues to give me helpful strategies through conversation. The worksheets are also helpful. She has understanding and is a great listener.”
- “I recently had the pleasure of working with an exceptional therapist, Cherie Taylor, who played a pivotal role in my journey towards personal clarity and understanding. From the outset, Cherie's approach was both empathetic and professional, creating a safe space where I felt truly heard and valued.<br /> <br /> What stood out most was Cherie's ability to guide me through my thoughts and emotions with insightful questions and observations. She possesses a remarkable knack for helping me untangle the complexities of my experiences, allowing me to see my situation and myself with newfound clarity.<br /> <br /> Throughout our sessions, Cherie employed a variety of techniques tailored to my individual needs, always with patience and respect for my pace. Her support was instrumental in helping me uncover deeper insights about my patterns, aiding me in navigating my thoughts and decisions more effectively.<br /> <br /> Cherie's genuine care and dedication were evident in every interaction. She not only assisted me in gaining clarity but also empowered me with tools and strategies to continue my growth beyond our sessions. I am deeply grateful for her guidance and would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist who can facilitate meaningful personal discovery and clarity.”
- “I like that she does a full assessment the first session!”
- “Amazing therapist! An active listener and good at telling you what you need to hear in a respectful way. Has helped me help myself become a better person and i have seen real results!”
- “Cherie is amazeballs! She's sent me some CBT worksheets and all, and they are truly helpful. I look forward to my sessions working with her.”
- “Cherie is so helpful and gives me actionable ways to work on my issues with anxiety. She is always positive and supportive, and I look forward to my sessions with her each week!”
- “Cherie is caring and thoughtful. She has really helped me on my way to being kinder to myself by providing many tools for self care, more productive communication, and stress relief”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.