- Guilt and shame
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness skills
About Cheryl
Cheryl Slaight is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 24 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and self-esteem concerns. Cheryl also supports those dealing with chronic pain or illness, communication problems, and feelings of isolation or life-purpose questions.
Cheryl uses clear, straightforward conversation to help people name what feels heavy. She listens and reflects, then offers practical steps people can try between sessions. Sessions often include skills from cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness to reduce overwhelming thoughts and reactions.
She applies client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s own goals and preferences. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas are used to set small, achievable steps for change. This can help when someone is working through guilt or shame tied to relationships, faith, or past events.
Cheryl draws on many years of varied clinical work to match approach to need. She will talk through options and adjust plans as people report what helps. Language of sessions is English and Cheryl currently does not work with international clients.
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button.
How Cheryl’s approaches translate to online work
Cheryl commonly uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. Client-centered methods focus on listening carefully and following the person’s goals, which helps people identify what matters most to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.She also integrates mindfulness practices to help people notice stress and strong emotions without getting swept up by them. Mindfulness can be simple breathing or attention exercises that reduce reactivity and create space for clearer choices. Together these approaches suit issues like anxiety, trauma reactions, grief, or persistent guilt and shame because they combine practical skills with personal goals.
Finding the right mix is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different methods and collaborate on what fits the person’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than imposing a single plan.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into work and family life, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time. Talk with the therapist about scheduling and format so sessions can be arranged to match everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and self-esteem, plus related areas such as chronic pain, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.
How would she approach shame or guilt?
She uses client-centered conversation alongside cognitive and mindfulness tools to help people name and respond to guilt or shame without judgment.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional work experience supporting people with a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan and practices there.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.