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Cheryl Breining, LCSW

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Parenting
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Cheryl

Cheryl Breining is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions, and who lists ADHD among her areas of focus.

Background and approach

She emphasizes creating a welcoming space where clients can speak openly about their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment, and she frames seeking help as an act of courage and a step toward a more satisfying life.

With three years of professional experience, Cheryl aims to support and empower clients as they explore motivation, confidence, and coping strategies for change. Her approach centers on collaboration: she partners with clients to identify goals and practical steps, adapting support to meet individual needs.

Cheryl’s practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques and a commitment to helping people navigate communication challenges, control issues, impulsivity, and relationship transitions such as divorce and separation. She also attends to life-purpose questions, forgiveness work, social anxiety and phobia, and women’s issues.

Cheryl communicates in English and offers a range of online session formats to fit different lifestyles and schedules.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address common concerns like anxiety, stress, and difficulties with motivation and impulsivity. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and building concrete skills for managing anxiety and improving coping. These strategies are useful for everyday symptom management and problem-solving.

Behavioral and skill-building techniques help clients develop routines, communication tools, and practical strategies for parenting challenges, time management, and self-esteem work. Such approaches emphasize small, measurable changes that can reduce overwhelm and support long-term progress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and specific situations. Together they assess what feels most helpful and adapt techniques over time so therapy stays aligned with evolving needs.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and integrate therapeutic tools into daily life, helping clients access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cheryl commonly address?
She works with clients on stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and lists ADHD among her focus areas. Additional topics include communication problems, impulsivity, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental environment and collaborative goal-setting. She supports clients in exploring thoughts and feelings while building practical strategies for change.
What is her professional background?
She has three years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life transition concerns, focusing on empowerment and skill development.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is licensed in Florida as an LCSW with the credential FL LCSW SW21533 and provides services from that state.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication needs and schedules.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin work with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessImpulsivityLife purposeMidlife crisisSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English