- Depression and mood help
- Chronic illness support
- Grief and life changes
About Cheri
Cheri Atkinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with more than 40 years of professional experience. She helps people who are facing depression, stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, relationship struggles, and major life transitions. Cheri aims to make the first step toward change feel manageable and supported.
Cheri sees people coping with chronic medical conditions, disability, and the emotional impact of accidents or illness. She also works with parents and others navigating the strain of caregiving, cancer-related concerns, and long-term health challenges. Her practice includes attention to burnout and compassion fatigue as well as mood and panic-related problems.
In sessions she focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts can be named and explored. She helps clients build practical emotional coping skills and strategies they can use outside the session. The pace and focus are shaped by each person’s needs and goals.
Her approach is guided by evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the individual. Cheri emphasizes collaboration and empowerment so people feel involved in planning their own care. She encourages small, steady steps toward clearer priorities and healthier daily routines.
Clients working with Cheri can expect straightforward support aimed at real-life problems. She offers a calm presence, practical tools, and steady encouragement while people work toward more fulfilling, sustainable ways of living.
Cheri sees people coping with chronic medical conditions, disability, and the emotional impact of accidents or illness. She also works with parents and others navigating the strain of caregiving, cancer-related concerns, and long-term health challenges. Her practice includes attention to burnout and compassion fatigue as well as mood and panic-related problems.
In sessions she focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts can be named and explored. She helps clients build practical emotional coping skills and strategies they can use outside the session. The pace and focus are shaped by each person’s needs and goals.
Her approach is guided by evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the individual. Cheri emphasizes collaboration and empowerment so people feel involved in planning their own care. She encourages small, steady steps toward clearer priorities and healthier daily routines.
Clients working with Cheri can expect straightforward support aimed at real-life problems. She offers a calm presence, practical tools, and steady encouragement while people work toward more fulfilling, sustainable ways of living.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.