Hi, I’m Cherisse, an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). For the past 17 years I have helped clients through trauma, anxiety, depression, criminality, addiction, and low self-esteem. I enjoy getting to know my clients and employing strategies based on your individual needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the primary theoretical umbrella under which I work, as well as Strengths-Based, Positive Psychology, and Person-Centered. I look forward to getting to know you and helping you find what works for you.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

First sessions can feel awkward, but they don’t have to be. This is just a time for us to get to know each other. I will start by ensuring you understand the documents that you signed previous to coming to your first session; information like privacy and confidentiality. Then I give an introduction to myself and background. Afterwards I like to open the floor to my client to tell me what brings them to therapy. I may ask if you would be okay with completing question and answer forms so that I can gain more detail on how I can help. My intention is for you to leave the first session with hope and a sense of confidence in my professional services. I also want you to feel comfortable about returning to the next session.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have been told my primarily strength is making people feel cared for and understood. I get good reviews for making people feel at ease and that I am competent to treat their issues. I encourage my clients to have direct, honest communication with me. Many of my clients have appreciated that they can correct me if I misinterpret something or let me know if they are not interested in a treatment option I offer. Therapy can be difficulty enough that I want to ensure the process of getting it isn’t.

About Cherisse Guerrero