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Cherise Watson

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship Issues

Great to meet you!

Hello there! I am a Miami native with Caribbean roots. I received my Master of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), a Qualified Supervisor (QS), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), an EMDR trained therapist and hold a Certificate in Women's Entrepreneurship from Cornell University. I have vast experience serving diverse populations in various settings. I have served in College Counseling, Outpatient and Trauma centers.

A bit about my approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is person-centered, strength-based, and humanistic. My keen awareness and sensitivity to cultural, relational, and career-related issues have helped me to support and treat many individuals in navigating and overcoming challenges. I also supported individuals with accomplishing personal and professional goals. I enjoy working with clients on a journey of self-discovery, self-awareness and self-actualization.

What you can expect from our first session

After partnering with me clients can expect to walk away with a stronger sense of self, a renewed vision of who they are and a clear sense of direction/purpose. I also provide clients with psycho-education and healthy coping strategies/skills to improve their emotional and mental well-being.


Cherise's style is

Inquisitive
Energetic
Warm

Insurance carriers Cherise accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Oscar
Oxford
United Healthcare

More about Cherise

Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University
License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Adults
More specialties: Stress, Women's Issues, and PTSD
Modalities: Humanistic, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Attachment Based, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)