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Dr. Cheryl Outen

Therapist(she/her/hers)
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi there, I am Dr. Cheryl Outen, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Registered Play Therapist. ​ I have 10+ years of experience, working with individuals, and groups, from adolescent to older adults. I specialize in helping individuals overcome challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.

My approach to therapy

Are you struggling with trying to adjust to the new year? Feeling lonely, depressed, anxious or stressed? Experiencing grief over a loss, feeling stuck? If so, I would love the opportunity to work with you. I am here to empower and support you based on your needs. We each have a story, and I am here to listen. I embrace a holistic mental health approach (focusing on the mind, body, and spirit) to support you in your journey to becoming a healthier, happier version of you.

What you can expect from me

My goal is to assist you with developing interventions and coping skills to help improve your overall well-being. I offer an Inclusive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space for you to feel welcomed and supported. So, let’s get started on your journey to wellness.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at CAPELLA UNIVERSITY, MA (Master of Arts) at SOUTH UNIVERSITY
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Virginia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, Sentara Health Plans, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Grief or loss, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Play
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English