Cindy Cothran

Cindy Cothran is a licensed counselor who aims to make starting therapy less overwhelming. She emphasizes a respectful, down-to-earth approach and uses gentle humor to help people feel seen. Cindy focuses on the problems that brought someone in and works with each person to set realistic goals.

She draws on many therapy methods and adapts them to fit individual needs. Her style is attachment-based and client-centered, and she also uses techniques from dialectical behavior therapy and EMDR where appropriate. Sessions are conversational and practical, with tools taught that can be used between meetings.

Across 18 years in the field she has worked with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addictions, and relationship stress. She also supports those dealing with parenting strain, career worries, ADHD, and the complexities of divorce and separation. Cindy pays attention to family of origin issues, communication struggles, codependency, and non-monogamous relationship concerns when relevant to the person’s goals.

Her approach is collaborative: she listens first, then suggests methods to try together. Progress is checked regularly and plans are adjusted as life changes. Cindy values the dignity of each person and aims to create a space where honest work can happen.

If you want a thoughtful, flexible therapist who honors your priorities, Cindy can help you figure out next steps and practical strategies for change.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes safety, trust, and understanding patterns that formed in close relationships; it helps people notice how past bonds affect current feelings and reactions. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s own goals and experiences, with the therapist listening closely and reflecting back to help clarify what matters most. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and handling distress in the moment.

Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, try different techniques when useful, and check in about what feels most helpful. Goals, preferences, and life demands guide which methods are emphasized, and plans are adjusted as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when days are tight. It can also allow sessions without being on camera if that helps you participate more comfortably. Ask about available formats when you sign up so you can choose the option that best fits your routine.