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Cherese Alcorn

Therapist(She/Her/Queen)
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Cherese, a licensed therapist who offers a warm, supportive space for growth and healing. I help patients discover their passion, walk in their purpose, and lead with power by offering mental and holistic wellness services. My approach is calm, thoughtful, and focused on helping you feel more clear, confident, and in control. You don’t have to navigate life alone. I’m here to support you.

My approach to therapy

I take an eclectic approach to therapy, which means I tailor each session to your unique needs. I draw from psychodynamic, interpersonal, CBT, and humanistic approaches to help you understand your patterns, improve your relationships, and build practical tools for daily life. My style is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative. I focus on helping you gain insight, feel more grounded, and create meaningful, lasting change.

What you can expect from me

If you’re used to holding it all together for everyone else, this space is for you. I help you slow down, feel safe in your body, and reconnect with who you are beneath the stress. I take time over our first 3–5 sessions to truly understand you so we can build a plan that fits your life, not just your symptoms. Together, we focus on helping you feel calm, gain clarity in your decisions, and build the kind of confidence that comes from trusting yourself. The goal is simple. You feel centered, grounded, and back in alignment with your purpose.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Washington University, Saint Louis, Bachelor of Science at University of Minneosta Twin Cities
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Missouri)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Relational, Humanistic, Brief Dynamic, Positive Psychology, Strength-Based, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English