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Cheryl Pickering

AZ LCSW LCSW-18295
Credentials
AZ LCSW LCSW-18295
NPI Number
1619122686
Location
Arizona
Languages
English
Cheryl Pickering

Accepting new clients

30 years experience
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About Cheryl Pickering

As a licensed therapist in Arizona with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and self-esteem concerns with compassionate, personalized care.

I focus on empowering individuals across various life stages—from young adults to older adults—addressing issues like workplace stress, relationship dynamics, chronic health challenges, and personal growth. My approach is deeply attuned to women’s experiences, caregiver support, and healing from life’s most difficult transitions.

My therapeutic work honors each person’s unique journey, creating a supportive space where clients can explore their emotions, develop resilience, and rediscover their inner strength. Whether you’re struggling with social anxiety, processing grief, or seeking greater self-understanding, I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.

Licenses

LCSW
LCSW-18295

Professional experience

  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Antisocial personality
  • Blended family issues
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Divorce and separation
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Hoarding
  • Hospice and end-of-life counseling
  • Infidelity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Mood disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Postpartum depression
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Cheryl has helped me with tools to grow. I have been able to utilize these tools and get better at managing my emotions and anxiety”

“Cheryl is the first person I've been able to be completely my self with for along time.”

“All good, problem was unexpected on my end.”

“She is a great listener and it feels like she is able to understand and know what I need.”

“I was really scared going into this, I've heard stories of having to change therapists a few times, but I was so lucky to find someone as lovely as Cheryl on my first try! She has given me such great advice and so many tips on things that I have going on. Its always a pleasure getting to speak with her especially with how many things I've had going on. I could come in with some really deep stuff and we always find a moment in the session for a laugh or two.”

“She really listens and she has so much to offer in terms of perspective. She is a lovely person.”

“Cheryl has always been very supportive throughout my mental health journey and provides me with techniques I can use outside of sessions to help me when I need it. She is able to adapt as my life changes.”

“So far my experience with Cheryl has proved helpful. Each session she gives me things to work on, a book to read etc. Working with her has been helpful to understand myself and to work through my trauma.”

“Cheryl is a great listener and very empathetic. I always felt better after our sessions.”

“Cheryl is a great therapist, very patient and kind with me. She will be strict and stern when she has to be with me and I appreciate that most. She is very sensitive to my culture and makes sure that I am comfortable in our discussions when it come to it. Thank you for sticking with me Cheryl.”

“Cheryl Pickering is an amazing woman who is both professional and caring. I am so grateful to be matched with her as my therapist as she helps me see things with clarity and offers ideas and direction that help me to resolve relationship and life issues.”

“Cheryl is a very patient, kind, and attuned counselor. She gets my issues, and goes back over what we talk about each time. She is excellent in her work. I would definitely recommend her.”

“She is very good”

“Cheryl is very supportive and has given me many tools to help me with anxiety, relationships, and personal boundaries.”

“Lovely woman who listens and always ties it back to why you want to get better! She makes me feel like someone is listening!”

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.
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