Cherese Mbila

My communication style

I am direct but compassionate, laid back but intentional. I will hold space for your tears, and I will also call you out with love when you are standing in your own way. Clients often tell me I bring honesty and humor into the room because sometimes you need to laugh right in the middle of the hard stuff.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist was shaped by both personal survival and professional calling. I am a survivor of domestic violence and sexual assault, and those experiences gave me a perspective you cannot learn in a textbook. I know what it feels like to live in fear, to lose your voice, and to question whether life will ever feel safe again.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by meeting them exactly where they are and breaking things down into steps that feel doable. I combine compassion with direct feedback, so you feel both supported and accountable.

Our first session

The first session is about building a foundation, not unloading your entire life story. I know trust is earned, and I do not expect you to walk in fully trusting me right away. We start by getting to know each other, talking about what brought you here, and discussing what you would like to work on.

I identify as...

• Cis, Female
• American Indian or Alaska Native, Black or African American
• Spiritual