Dr. Cheryl Mansfield, LICSW, LCSW
Compassionate clinical social work for life challenges
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Relationship and family
About Dr. Cheryl Mansfield
Dr. Cheryl Mansfield is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Virginia with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW, professional designations that indicate her training and authorization to provide clinical social work. Over two decades she has provided psychotherapy to individuals and couples across outpatient clinics, hospitals, and military settings, bringing a depth of experience with diverse life circumstances.
Her work centers on helping people identify and understand stressors, increase awareness of how those stressors affect thoughts and behavior, and develop practical coping skills to reduce the intensity of emotional pain. Whether challenges arise from internal struggles, external circumstances, or a combination of both, she focuses on uncovering barriers and building strategies to overcome them. Dr. Mansfield emphasizes efficient, evidence-based techniques aimed at producing long-lasting improvement.
She uses a strength-based, holistic approach that draws on a range of therapeutic methods. Her practice incorporates techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Committed to collaborating with clients, she strives to create a warm and welcoming environment that supports candid conversation, personal insight, and meaningful change. Her aim is to help individuals successfully address the specific life challenges that brought them to therapy, offering steady support throughout the process.
Her work centers on helping people identify and understand stressors, increase awareness of how those stressors affect thoughts and behavior, and develop practical coping skills to reduce the intensity of emotional pain. Whether challenges arise from internal struggles, external circumstances, or a combination of both, she focuses on uncovering barriers and building strategies to overcome them. Dr. Mansfield emphasizes efficient, evidence-based techniques aimed at producing long-lasting improvement.
She uses a strength-based, holistic approach that draws on a range of therapeutic methods. Her practice incorporates techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, client-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Committed to collaborating with clients, she strives to create a warm and welcoming environment that supports candid conversation, personal insight, and meaningful change. Her aim is to help individuals successfully address the specific life challenges that brought them to therapy, offering steady support throughout the process.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Smoking / vaping cessation
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Cheryl Mansfield have?
Dr. Cheryl Mansfield has 20 years of experience in the mental health field.
Is Dr. Cheryl Mansfield a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include DC LICSW LC200001528 and VA LCSW 0904005024.
In which languages does Dr. Cheryl Mansfield provide therapy?
Dr. Mansfield provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Cheryl Mansfield located?
Dr. Mansfield is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Dr. Cheryl Mansfield as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Mansfield through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Cheryl Mansfield work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Mansfield works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Cheryl Mansfield 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 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 used in remote care
Dr. Mansfield draws on client-centered therapy to create a collaborative atmosphere in which the client's priorities guide each session. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and support so people feel heard while they explore feelings related to stress, relationships, or grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, addiction-related behaviors, and stress management because it provides concrete tools for coping and problem solving. Solution-focused therapy concentrates on setting clear goals and identifying practical steps toward those goals, making it a good fit for clients seeking targeted, short-term progress on specific issues.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Mansfield works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to what works for the individual.
Online therapy offers flexibility to receive care by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, or geographic distance. For clients who travel, live abroad, or need alternatives to in-person visits, these options increase accessibility and maintain continuity of care with licensed professionals and therapists who can support ongoing progress.
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