Cherie Chavez

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I find that helping clients to reframe their thoughts (or change the way they think about the situation/a new outlook) can help with reducing emotional response related to negative core beliefs. I can help with supporting you to identify patterns of behavior and thoughts which could be creating barriers to your own self growth.

Narrative

Similar to CBT, I enjoy supporting clients by listening to the story they share and then support the client in forming alternative approaches in how to view the situation/themselves/or others around them.

Eclectic

I am by far an eclectic therapist, which means utilizing a wide range of modalities geared towards what the individual resonates with (a mix of CBT, DBT, Emotion Focused, Solution Focused, et cetera). Lastly, I see the client as an equal partner, and practice 'unconditional positive regard' (the Rogerian approach of providing unbiased support without harsh judgment or criticism, and views client as captain of their own ship with the therapist as co-captain).

Mindfulness-Based Therapy

I value holistic approaches that aim to help regulate a client's nervous system, like belly breaths, visualization, and utilizing the five senses. In session, when clients are experiencing high anxiety or find a need to manage intense emotions, I tend to work with the client in facilitating body scans, and various grounding exercises.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

In therapy, I believe that when a client talks out loud about a problem or situation, they gain new insights. With the guidance of a therapist asking open-ended questions to further raise self awareness, clients can become more empowered and feel a better sense of clarity around their truth. I provide a safe space, an unconditional positive regard / non-judgmental attitude so that clients can learn to self-reflect openly and honestly.