Cheryl Carter, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Cheryl Carter

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Chronic Impulsivity

Self Esteem Issues

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Peer Relationship Struggles

Stress

Alcoholism

Relapse Prevention Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Eclectic

Attachment-based

Existential

Dialectical (DBT)

Expressive Arts

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Cheryl Carter

Hi there, I'm Cheryl! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience in helping individuals navigate life's challenges. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and understanding, and I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space for my clients. In our sessions, you can expect a collaborative relationship where your thoughts and feelings are valued. I am dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards personal healing and growth. My approach I collaborate with my clients to integrate various therapeutic techniques (for example, DBT, CBT, and Ecotherapy) that are tailored to their individual needs. My goal is to empower my clients to discover their strengths and develop coping strategies that work for them. My focus Anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, existential crisis. My communication style I create a space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings, even the difficult ones! I do this by showing warmth and empathy in session, and maintaining an open and accepting environment so clients can express themselves without fear of judgment. I also incorporate mindfulness practices to help ground the session and to increase mind/body awareness. Additionally, I am flexible and adaptable to adjust my approach and the focus of the session based on the client's needs. My journey to mental healthcare I was in a corporate job and was not finding fulfillment. I became a therapist to make a positive difference in the world. My goals for you I start collaborating with the client during the initial assessment, to help identify short and long-term goals. Once these are established, reframing them into SMART goals helps to maintain client motivation to continue their forward momentum. Additionally, regular check-ins with the client are needed to assess if the established goals are still a priority, or if things changed for them. I aim to empower the client to take ownership of their goals.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Hope International University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1700541059

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What practice does Cheryl Carter work with?

Cheryl Carter works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cheryl Carter?

Cheryl Carter frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Cheryl Carter on their profile.