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Cheryl Meng

Cheryl Meng, LICSW

Therapist in Washington

Compassionate LICSW focused on practical growth

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22 years of experience listed

LICSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Client-centered care
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Goal-focused sessions

About Cheryl

Cheryl Meng is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who helps people tackle stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem concerns, grief, and relationship problems. She draws on more than two decades of experience to support practical changes and clearer thinking. Cheryl keeps sessions focused on each person's goals and day-to-day needs.

She uses a client-centered approach that starts with what the person wants to change. Cheryl also brings tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new behaviors. Mindfulness techniques are introduced to reduce tension and improve moment-to-moment coping.

Cheryl’s background includes work in child welfare and medical social work. That experience shaped her ability to help people manage life transitions, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and complex family issues. She also addresses trauma, addictions, and mood disorders using practical, goal-oriented methods.

Sessions are grounded in respect and compassion. Cheryl aims to make conversations straightforward and useful, so people leave with clear next steps. She encourages people to set realistic goals and to notice small changes that add up.

Cheryl works from Washington and conducts sessions in English. Her practice is oriented toward problem solving and strengthening self esteem and self-love over time. To begin, people can use the provider’s matching process to match and schedule a session.

How Cheryl Integrates Therapy Approaches Online

Cheryl commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead to clarify goals and values. It helps people feel heard and decide what changes matter most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and try new behaviors; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and self esteem concerns.

Finding the right approach is collaborative. Cheryl will discuss what feels useful and adapt techniques based on each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients choose between symptom-focused strategies or broader, values-based change and checks in regularly to adjust the plan.

If considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow brief check-ins when energy or time is limited. It also lets people practice skills in the settings where they live and work, so interventions transfer into daily life more readily. Licensed professionals can help decide whether online sessions match someone’s goals and what format will be most helpful.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Credentials

Washington

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cheryl help with?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, grief, addictions, trauma and many relationship and life-change issues.

What is her general approach in sessions?

The style is client-centered and goal focused. Cheryl listens for priorities and works with clients to set practical steps they can try between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

Cheryl has 22 years of experience, including roles in child welfare and medical social work that inform her clinical perspective.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She holds a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) and practices in Washington.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How much do sessions cost?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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