Charlene Cheng, LPCC — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Charlene!

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), licensed since 2023, and a first-generation Filipina-Chinese American. I bring an awareness of how cultural background can shape the way we experience anxiety, relationships, and major life transitions, as well as how we approach help-seeking.

My focus

I primarily work with adults navigating anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and major life transitions such as career changes, changes in living situations, or a terminal illness diagnosis.

My approach

My role is to help you slow down your thoughts, recognize unhelpful patterns, and develop strategies that bring calm and confidence, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and Narrative Therapy.

My communication style

I aim to create a space where honesty and humor coexist, helping you feel supported and gently challenged during each session.

Our first session

The intake session is like setting up your navigation system for a road trip. It helps us figure out where you are, where you want to go, and the best route to take. We'll review documents you completed beforehand, then complete an assessment to understand what brought you to therapy and what goals are most meaningful.

I identify as...

Female
Asian, Biracial or Multiracial, South East Asian
Spiritual

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 3 more

Focus populations

Cancer

Educators

First Gen American/Immigrant Parents

BIPOC

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English, Filipino

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Counseling and Guidance from California State University, San Bernardino.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Charlene Cheng