Cheryl Hopkins, LMFT

Experienced California LMFT for relationships and anxiety

40 years experience
Relationship and parenting support
Accepting international clients

About Cheryl Hopkins

Cheryl Hopkins is a California-licensed therapist with four decades of professional experience guiding individuals and families toward healthier, more satisfying lives. As an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), she brings deep experience addressing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, and parenting concerns. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s unique circumstances and goals.

Cheryl believes that reaching out for help takes courage, and she views the first steps toward change as meaningful milestones. She supports and empowers clients throughout the process, helping them build practical skills, clarify values, and strengthen connections with others. Whether the concern involves daily stress, a major life transition, or ongoing relationship struggles, Cheryl offers steady, experienced guidance tailored to each client’s needs and path forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Cheryl Hopkins have?

Cheryl Hopkins has 40 years of professional experience.

Is Cheryl Hopkins a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LMFT. LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 15224.

In which languages does Cheryl Hopkins provide therapy?

Cheryl Hopkins provides therapy in English.

Where is Cheryl Hopkins located?

Cheryl Hopkins is located in California.

How can I work with Cheryl Hopkins as my therapist?

You can work with Cheryl Hopkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cheryl Hopkins work with international clients?

Yes, Cheryl Hopkins works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cheryl Hopkins cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions

Cheryl Hopkins draws on several proven approaches to support clients in online therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise; it is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on providing a warm, nonjudgmental environment where the therapist follows the client’s lead to build insight and self-trust, which can be especially helpful for self-esteem and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is commonly used for anxiety, mood, and coping challenges.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work, and Cheryl collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients try approaches and adapt plans as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule appointments around busy lives, connect from different locations, and continue consistent care with licensed professionals and therapists who can support progress in practical, convenient ways.

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