- Practical problem solving
- Spiritual perspective
- Recovery support
About Cheryl
Cheryl Patterson, LMFT, helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction struggles, relationship strain, and money and financial issues. She listens without judgment and helps clients untangle everyday problems. Her tone is straightforward and practical, aimed at people who want clear steps forward.
Cheryl draws on a varied background in nursing and counseling to shape her work. She spent many years in labor, delivery, postpartum, and nursery care as a registered nurse. That hands-on clinical experience informs how she talks about health, parenting, and life transitions.
After time in adult psychiatric care and work at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, Cheryl opened a recovery house she supervises. Those roles added experience supporting people through addiction and recovery in real-world settings. She also practices couples and individual counseling with attention to everyday life demands.
Cheryl describes her counseling as spiritually focused and uses that perspective when clients want it. Her sessions tend to be practical - focusing on small, useful changes and clearer communication at home and work. She helps parents, professionals, and people in recovery break problems down into manageable steps.
She has four years of clinical experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist in Minnesota. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability. Fees vary with location and a subscription model is used that can be canceled at any time.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and making the client's goals central to each session. It helps when someone needs validation, clearer self-understanding, and support to choose their next steps.Motivational interviewing is a conversational way of working that helps people find their own reasons to change. It is often useful for addiction, health behavior change, and situations where motivation feels stuck.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and then try approaches that fit. That collaboration helps tailor each session to real-life concerns and practical steps.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins on a busy day, let someone join from a quieter place, or keep work and personal appointments from conflicting. Talk with the therapist about what will fit best into daily life and routines.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and parenting challenges, and money and financial issues among other life concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is practical and straightforward, with an emphasis on clear steps and improved communication. Sessions may include discussion, goal setting, and problem-solving work.
What relevant background does she bring?
She has experience as a registered nurse in labor and postpartum care, worked in adult psychiatric settings, and ran a recovery house supervised by her.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.