Cheryl Youngblood, LCSW
Experienced LCSW for family and trauma care
- Stress and anxiety
- Family and trauma
- Caregiver support
About Cheryl Youngblood
Cheryl Youngblood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California who brings 12 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. She developed her clinical perspective through many years directing a foster and adoptive services agency, where she encountered a wide range of challenges including trauma, domestic violence, self-injurious behaviors, and post-traumatic stress. That early work informed her decision to pursue social work licensure and expand her capacity to support people across the lifespan.
Cheryl is gerontology informed and has a particular interest in supporting mature adults as they navigate retirement, grief, cognitive changes, and transitions to different living arrangements. She also works with family caregivers managing competing responsibilities, helping them develop practical strategies to reduce stress and preserve well-being. Her approach is holistic and strength based - attending to physical, emotional, and psychological needs while honoring each person’s life experience and resilience.
Therapeutically she uses a client-centered, multicultural, and eclectic framework that emphasizes mindfulness and present-focused interventions. Cheryl integrates evidenced-informed techniques such as guided imagery, breathing exercises, sensory tools, tapping, and meditation to help clients build calm and coping skills. She aims to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered to take the first steps toward healing.
Cheryl is gerontology informed and has a particular interest in supporting mature adults as they navigate retirement, grief, cognitive changes, and transitions to different living arrangements. She also works with family caregivers managing competing responsibilities, helping them develop practical strategies to reduce stress and preserve well-being. Her approach is holistic and strength based - attending to physical, emotional, and psychological needs while honoring each person’s life experience and resilience.
Therapeutically she uses a client-centered, multicultural, and eclectic framework that emphasizes mindfulness and present-focused interventions. Cheryl integrates evidenced-informed techniques such as guided imagery, breathing exercises, sensory tools, tapping, and meditation to help clients build calm and coping skills. She aims to provide an empathetic, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered to take the first steps toward healing.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Cheryl Youngblood have?
Cheryl Youngblood has 12 years of experience.
Is Cheryl Youngblood a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is licensed in California under CA LCSW 29263.
In which languages does Cheryl Youngblood provide therapy?
Cheryl provides therapy in English.
Where is Cheryl Youngblood located?
Cheryl is located in California.
How can I work with Cheryl Youngblood as my therapist?
You can work with Cheryl through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cheryl Youngblood work with international clients?
Cheryl Youngblood does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cheryl Youngblood cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Cheryl integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) to guide online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and supporting clients to find their own solutions - it is often helpful for building trust, exploring values, and recovering a sense of agency. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management through practical skills and structured exercises. Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reorganizing emotional responses in relationships, which can be especially useful for couples work, intimacy-related concerns, and attachment issues.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cheryl works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts methods over time so therapy fits the client rather than forcing a single model.
Online sessions can take place by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing work, caregiving, and other responsibilities, and they allow licensed professionals to provide supportive, skills-based work from a distance.