Cheryl Barajas, LPC

Cheryl Barajas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Cheryl aims to meet each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion as they take steps toward change.

Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts conversations to fit each person's situation. She explains things plainly and works alongside people to set realistic goals. Sessions emphasize practical steps and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

With seven years of counseling experience, Cheryl draws on time in clinical settings to shape how she supports people. She pays attention to patterns that relate to attachment, abandonment, and family of origin issues. She also addresses problems such as codependency, communication struggles, and challenges around commitment and control.

Cheryl helps people coping with chronic pain, illness, or disability by combining practical coping strategies with emotional support. She also assists those dealing with substance use concerns, including drug and alcohol addiction, through structured conversation and goal setting.

People who work with Cheryl can expect a tailored plan and steady guidance. She invites clients to name what matters most and builds steps that fit their life. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to therapist availability.

How Cheryl Uses Evidence-Based Approaches Online

Cheryl works with people using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear goals and practical skills. One common approach helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more balanced thinking; this can ease anxiety and depression and improve decision-making. Another approach emphasizes skills for coping with cravings, triggers, and routines related to addiction; it focuses on concrete strategies for managing urges and building healthier habits.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. Cheryl will listen to your needs, discuss options, and adapt methods to match your goals and preferences. Together you can try approaches and adjust them over time until you find what helps most.

Confirm the session formats available before booking, as specific online formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes it possible to continue therapy while managing work, family, or health commitments. Licensed professionals can guide how to use online sessions in ways that support progress and everyday life.