Cheryl Marrow, LPC, LMFT

Cheryl Marrow is a licensed counselor and marriage and family therapist with 25 years of experience. She helps people facing midlife transitions, relationship struggles, and addiction-related challenges. Her tone is direct and practical, aimed at people who want clear next steps during a stressful season.

Cheryl focuses on everyday problems like communication breakdowns, trust and intimacy issues, and navigating separation or divorce. She also supports people dealing with anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, and questions about life purpose. She names and works through patterns such as codependency, control issues, and family of origin problems.

Her approach mixes client-centered conversation with methods that teach new skills and patterns. Sessions often include looking at thoughts and behaviors, practicing emotional regulation, and trying new ways of relating. Cheryl draws on relationship-focused work to help people repair connection and build healthier habits.

She has substantial experience supporting people through addiction and recovery, including drug and alcohol concerns. Veterans and those with military backgrounds are also listed among her focus areas. Her practice reflects attention to cultural context and how identity shapes choices and relationships.

Cheryl holds LPC and LMFT credentials in the District of Columbia. She works in English and accepts international clients. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.

How Cheryl’s approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on meeting the person where they are. The therapist listens carefully and follows the client's priorities, helping them name what matters and decide next steps. This approach helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical exercises to change unhelpful thinking and habits, which can reduce anxiety, anger, and low mood. CBT is useful for people who want concrete tools and short-term strategies.

Working together to find the right approach is part of the process. Cheryl will review goals, symptoms, and personal preferences and recommend strategies that fit the situation. That decision is collaborative and can change as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing appointments during lunch breaks or evenings. They also let people use shorter check-ins when needed or choose video for more interactive work. Ask about the available session formats when you set up your first appointment.