- Client-centered approach
- Focus on addictions
- 20 years experience
About Cynthia
Cynthia Herndon is a Licensed Master Social Worker with 20 years of practice experience. She greets people with a warm, interactive style and encourages active participation in therapy. Cynthia aims to build trust so clients can talk through what matters most to them and begin making steady changes.
She has spent much of her career working across rural and urban settings, in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and homeless outreach. That background brought experience with veterans, caregivers, elder and hospice care, and LGBTQ communities. Cynthia has focused much of her work on mood disorders, addictions, trauma, and complex life challenges.
Cynthia uses straightforward methods to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational approaches to address substance use and habit patterns. Mindfulness and client-centered skills are woven into sessions to help people stay grounded and clearer about next steps.
She also offers knowledge around practical issues such as guardianship, advance directives, and durable power of attorney questions. That can help when life events make decision-making more complicated.
Cynthia emphasizes collaboration when setting goals and creating a treatment plan. She works with people who want encouragement and practical steps toward feeling better. Prospective clients can expect a supportive, straightforward approach focused on tangible progress.
Approaches for online stress and addiction work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and supporting each person where they are. It helps people feel heard and decide what goals matter most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors together and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and addictive patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Cynthia will work collaboratively to choose methods that match a client's needs, goals, and preferences. She discusses what is helpful and adjusts the plan as therapy moves forward so sessions stay useful and relevant.
The therapist's biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also support continuity of care when people move or travel. If you want to explore remote therapy, confirm the session arrangements and schedule a time that fits your routine.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cynthia often address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and many related concerns such as eating, sleeping, anger, self esteem, and career questions.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Her style is warm, interactive, and encouraging. She asks clients to participate actively and collaborates on treatment plans.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical practice experience working in hospitals, outpatient clinics, homeless outreach, and rural and urban settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LMSW credential and practices from Michigan.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.