Cheryl Youngblood , LCSW

Cheryl Youngblood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 12 years of clinical experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. She draws on a background that includes leadership in foster and adoptive services and clinical training to address trauma, domestic violence, self-injurious behaviors, post-traumatic stress, and a range of mental health concerns.

Gerontology-informed in orientation, Cheryl brings a particular interest in working with mature adults and the caregivers who support them. She helps clients navigate retirement adjustment, grief, existential anxiety, transitions to assisted living, and cognitive concerns, while also offering strategies to reduce caregiver stress and manage competing responsibilities.

Her therapeutic stance is compassionate, strength-based, and client-centered, blending multicultural sensitivity with an eclectic collection of interventions grounded in the present moment and mindfulness. She integrates practical tools such as guided imagery, breathing techniques, sensory exercises, tapping, and meditation to build calm and coping skills. Cheryl works with issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family and relationship challenges, addictions, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career and coaching needs, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and concerns related to adoption, attachment, codependency, communication, infidelity, and isolation. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she focuses on empowering clients through understanding, validation, and actionable strategies for change.

Therapeutic Approaches That Work Well Online

Cheryl commonly uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) in her practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for each person’s lived experience, helping clients feel heard and supported while they explore goals and personal strengths. CBT offers practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. EFT focuses on understanding and reshaping emotional responses within relationships, making it helpful for couples work and intimacy-related issues.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cheryl works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, adapting techniques and blending methods so the work aligns with each individual’s situation and pace.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from different locations. Cheryl uses these modalities to provide consistent, personalized care while supporting practical steps toward improved coping and wellbeing.