Cheryl Polyudhapoom, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Cheryl!

I approach therapy from a humanistic perspective and believe that everyone deserves to be heard and treated respectfully.

My focus

I have worked with people who have had anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges.

My approach

I use Gestalt as my focus of practice, as each individual has their own specific needs. I believe it is best to provide what the client needs by pulling from all different theoretical approaches to meet those needs and not stick to just one approach.

My communication style

My communication style is easygoing and meant to make you feel comfortable and safe to talk about what it is you're going through.

My journey to mental healthcare

I worked extensively in Child Welfare Services in all areas serving children, youth, and families. I also worked at a non-profit providing therapy to children and adults. I decided to have my own practice and work as a therapist full-time because I enjoy helping people in this capacity.

My goals for you

I guide while you decide! You set your goals, and we come up with the steps to getting there together. Sometimes that includes homework.

Our first session

In our first session, you should expect to share who you are and what it is you're needing. I can also share my credentials and experience if you desire. However, I do expect to jump right into it with you.

I identify as...

Female
Asian
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Humanistic

Behavioral Activation

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) with an Emphasis in children, youth, and families. from San Jose State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Cheryl Polyudhapoom