LMFT, 17 years of experience
ABOUT ME Hello, My name is Cherie Harper; I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an advocate for those who may suffer from a mental illness or have experienced a mental health crisis. With expert knowledge and 21 years of experience, my goal has always been to help erase the stigma that shadows around those who may suffer of a mental illness. My experience includes in-patient settings, community mental health, crisis residential, individual and couple’s counseling. I have a wide range of experience working with adults, older adults and Transitional Age youth. Growing up I witnessed close family members and friends who suffered from a mental illness have difficulty receiving the help they so desperately needed. This has not only motivated me but has inspired me to advocate at the forefront for all those who are underserved and disadvantaged. I use a person centered, recovery, and integrative approach in treatment, I believe in meeting a person where they are at in life. My approach is different in that I believe that a person can recover from mental illness and learn to manage their lives fully and recognize when they are experiencing a mental health crisis. I use evidenced base techniques including Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. Most of the time I don’t take myself seriously, I know that I have flaws and have learned to live with them and appreciate some of my flaws. My approach is warm, friendly and empathetic, I am ready to take on complicated issue’s and assist you to tackle your struggles head on. If you are looking for a counselor who will listen, provide honest feedback and guide you to a better you than I am the counselor for you. My areas of expertise include: ● Depression, Stress and Anxiety ● Couples Counseling ● Trauma and Abuse ● Chronic Mental Illness ● Relationship Issues ● Anger Management ● Career Difficulties Professional experience 15YRS IN PRACTICE Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching
In our first session together, we'll start with a brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
My biggest Strengths are my vast knowledge and skills in working with people who suffer from a Chronic Mental illness such as Bipolar Disorder, and Schizophrenia. I pride myself and assisting with a person understanding that they are not their disorder but with any medical condition they will need to understand how to take care of themselves with one of these disorders. My other biggest strength is working with people who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Disorders and Stress, Depression and Anxiety Disorders.
Clients who suffer from Depression, and Anxiety Couples Clients with Chronic Mental Illness (Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, etc)
Assist clients with recognizing their automatic thoughts, which influence how they feel, how their body rsponds and how they behave
4 ratings with written reviews
June 12, 2025
It can be difficult to find counselors who not only understand but are also willing to listen and respond with genuine care. Her intuition and communication reassured me that I am now in capable and compassionate hands. Thank you for bringing such a dedicated professional into this field. Having someone who truly understands makes all the difference.
May 21, 2025
You're very thoughtful and insight that helps me through my difficult times. Thank you so much for being an amazing listener! I'm glad I attempt therapy despite the times I had issues in the past with one. I hope this give me better chance to do better, cheers!
April 12, 2025
Very good first session to listen, get a big picture of the dynamics and issues, love the homework, looking forward to the next !