Cheryl Slaight , LMSW

Cheryl Slaight is a Michigan-licensed therapist with 24 years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and anger management. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), she blends practical interventions with attentive listening to help clients move toward a more balanced and manageable life. Cheryl prioritizes creating an open, nonjudgmental environment in which thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored.

She works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and develop strategies that fit each person’s circumstances, offering steady support through difficult transitions. Her practice also addresses self-esteem, chronic pain and illness, family and relationship problems, first responder and veteran issues, and related mood concerns. Cheryl emphasizes the courage involved in seeking change and is committed to supporting clients through each step of the process.

Cheryl is accepting new clients in Michigan and uses a client-centered approach to tailor sessions to individual needs, helping people build skills for coping, communication, and emotional regulation over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Cheryl Slaight

Cheryl Slaight draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices to support people in online sessions. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s own goals and insights guide progress, which is helpful for building trust and exploring personal values. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) examines unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to manage anxiety, mood issues, and stress. Mindfulness therapy introduces simple attentional and breathing techniques to help reduce reactivity and improve present-moment awareness, which can aid with anxiety, stress, and coping with chronic illness.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Cheryl works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with Cheryl is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, support consistent engagement in therapy, and allow sessions to be adapted to each client’s routine and needs.