- Addictions
- Relationships
- Family origins
About Cheryl
Cheryl Marrow is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in the District of Columbia with 25 years of experience. She works with adults who are facing relationship issues, addiction concerns, stress and anxiety, and shifts that come with midlife or major life changes. Cheryl lists family of origin issues among her focus areas and helps people untangle how those early patterns show up now.
In sessions she uses clear, practical conversation to identify repeating patterns and small steps that change daily life. She draws on client-centered methods to follow what matters most to each person. Cognitive behavioral techniques are used to test thoughts and try different behaviors. Dialectical behavior tools support emotional regulation and coping when feelings feel intense.
Cheryl also incorporates emotionally focused and relationship work when intimacy or communication problems are central. That can include rebuilding trust after infidelity, working through commitment concerns, or managing blended family tensions. She pays attention to how roles, expectations, and family history shape current choices.
Clients can expect direct, structured conversations that link insight to action. Sessions often focus on specific skills for communication, setting boundaries, and managing cravings or anger. Practical homework and real-life experiments are common to reinforce what is discussed in the room.
Her background across addiction, relationships, and family concerns informs a broad view of what keeps patterns alive. Cheryl helps people sort priorities, try new ways of relating, and make clearer decisions about their next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Cheryl works with several evidence-based approaches that focus on clarity and practical change. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's own goals and perspectives and helps people feel heard while they decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and offers concrete experiments to test new ways of thinking and acting. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides tools for managing strong emotions and building distress tolerance when feelings become overwhelming.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Cheryl will discuss options and try methods that fit the client’s goals and preferences. That collaboration helps shape a plan that can include skills practice, communication exercises, or focused work on family of origin patterns.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins between obligations, or remove travel time. Therapists can adapt CBT and DBT exercises to remote sessions, and client-centered conversations translate well to video or phone formats. Ask about format details when you schedule to match sessions to your routine.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She works with addictions, relationship and intimacy problems, stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, and life changes including midlife transitions.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered conversation combined with practical techniques from CBT and DBT to link insight with action.
How much experience does she have?
Cheryl has 25 years of clinical experience supporting adults through relationship and addiction concerns.
Which credentials and location are listed?
She is listed as LPC and LMFT and practices in the District of Columbia.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted according to the profile information provided.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
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