Keisha Cherrington , LCSW

Keisha Cherrington is a New York based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience working across diverse counseling settings. She has supported people facing depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, substance use disorders, and the effects of trauma or abuse, drawing on practical strategies and a compassionate, respectful stance.

Her practice centers on a person-centered philosophy that honors each individual's strengths and goals. She integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques to help clients identify and reframe unhelpful thinking and behaviors, and uses dialectical behavior therapy skills to build emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Together these methods are applied to issues such as grief, parenting challenges, intimacy concerns, eating and addictions, career stress, and coping with life changes.

As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she holds training and licensure to provide clinical therapy in New York. Keisha focuses on empowering clients through collaborative work that emphasizes practical tools, compassion, and respect, aiming to help people move toward clearer choices and healthier coping. She welcomes inquiries from those seeking support for a range of life and mental health concerns.

Evidence-based therapies adapted for online care

Keisha Cherrington commonly uses cognitive-behavioral therapy, a practical approach that helps people recognize and change thought and behavior patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, and stress. CBT focuses on developing skills for problem solving, mood management, and healthier coping.

She also employs dialectical behavior therapy techniques to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can be especially useful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behaviors.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Keisha collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, easier access for those with mobility or time constraints, and multiple ways to engage so therapy can fit into different lifestyles and needs.