Cheryl McNeil

Cheryl McNeil is a licensed clinical professional counselor with 27 years of experience who helps people facing divorce and separation as well as related stresses. She works with adults coping with anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, addiction, and major life changes. Cheryl aims to create a calm, practical space where people can talk through what is happening and decide on next steps.

Cheryl describes her style as flexible and responsive to each person. She combines methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to match what a person needs in the moment. Sessions often focus on building skills to manage strong emotions, improving communication, and clarifying values so choices feel clearer.

Her background includes many years in community mental health, work with a Job Corps program, and private practice settings. That mix has given her experience supporting people through trauma, addictive behavior, mood disorders, and family-related concerns including blended family challenges.

Cheryl emphasizes acceptance of life circumstances alongside taking steps toward change. She helps people notice what matters, tolerate hard feelings, and make practical changes when ready. This can mean short-term problem solving or longer work on patterns that keep repeating.

People who come for help often want straightforward conversation and tools they can use between sessions. Cheryl aims to be approachable and steady while tailoring strategies to each persons goals and situation.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice what matters to them and commit to actions that reflect those values even when feelings are hard. It is useful for anxiety, grief, and when life changes demand new directions.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and helping people find their own answers. It supports self-esteem, relationship concerns, and work through personal doubts or identity questions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit. This is a collaborative process that can change as needs evolve.

Please confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what options are offered for scheduling and participation. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks or between other commitments. It also allows therapists to use tools and exercises in the moment and to follow up on progress from session to session.