About Cheryl

Cheryl has spent more than a decade helping people with life-threatening illnesses live their best lives in the face of a challenging medical diagnosis. She began her career at the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, and continues to work as an oncology therapist at Inova’s Life with Cancer. This work offers her the privilege to get to know patients and families during what is often the most challenging moments of their lives. In her private practice, Cheryl works with persons living with chronic illness, anxiety, grief, and loss, helping clients find peace and purpose in every life transition.

Cheryl received a master’s degree in social work, with an emphasis on clinical and medical social work from Catholic University in Washington, DC.  With a clear focus on integrative wellness, Cheryl has received postgraduate training through the Mind-Body Medicine program at Georgetown University Medical School and Duke University's Integrative Medicine program, and is a Reiki Master practitioner. Cheryl uses the skills she gained through her integrative health training to help her clients move toward their optimum health and wellness.  

Cheryl works with individuals seeking clarity and improved coping in the following areas:  Anxiety, Chronic Illness, Grief/Loss, Improved Health/Wellbeing, Cancer Survivorship, Life Transitions. 

Why Choose Me?

I believe that a strong relationship between a therapist and client is the basis for therapeutic success.  I create a safe and supportive environment from which individuals can define their goals, as well as the means by which they can be achieved.  Tailoring each treatment plan to the specific individual and issues, I use a variety of integrative modalities including behavioral therapy, strengths-based and solution-focused techniques. With recognition of -- and a deep respect for -- the strong connection between mind and body, I infuse my work with mindfulness-based techniques to assist my clients in recognizing their own ability to create a reality that will lead to a satisfying and fulfilling life.