Dr. Cheryl Mansfield, LICSW, LCSW

Dr. Cheryl Mansfield helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, depression, grief, trauma, and related concerns. She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia with 20 years of experience. Her work focuses on practical steps people can take to feel better day to day.

She meets each person where they are and listens first. Sessions aim to clarify what is most pressing, and then build simple skills to reduce distress. That can include changing unhelpful thoughts, practicing mindfulness, or setting small doable goals to improve routines and relationships.

Her approach blends client-centered listening with techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused work. Motivational interviewing and trauma-informed ideas are also part of her toolkit when they fit a person’s needs. The goal is steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Cheryl has worked in outpatient settings, hospitals, and with military populations during her career. She emphasizes strengths and practical coping strategies that people can use between sessions. Sessions are intended to feel warm and welcoming so people can talk through difficult feelings without judgment.

People who are considering therapy are invited to explore specific goals and the steps Cheryl recommends. She supports adults dealing with life transitions, caregiving stress, addiction and loss, and helps them build skills to manage emotions, improve communication, and move forward.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely and follows the person's lead. Online sessions can use that same approach to help clarify goals and priorities, and to build trust over time.

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes. It often uses short exercises between sessions and clear steps, which fit well with remote sessions for people working through anxiety, depression, or addiction-related thoughts.

Mindfulness therapy teaches simple practices to notice thoughts and bodily sensations without getting overwhelmed. These practices can be guided during an online visit and repeated at home as part of a daily routine.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust strategies as progress is made.

The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can make it simpler to keep up with short follow-ups or skill-practice check-ins. Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking to ensure they fit your routine.