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Online therapist

Cherinna Hardeman

Supportive therapist for family and parenting needs

Credentials
MD, LCPC
Experience
5 years
Licensed in
Maryland
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Cherinna

Cherinna Hardeman is a licensed therapist in Maryland who focuses on family and parenting concerns as part of a broader practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family tensions, low self-esteem, and depression. Her style is direct and supportive, aimed at helping parents and caregivers find clearer ways to manage daily pressures and restore balance.

Cherinna holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC.

Background and approach

She brings five years of professional experience to sessions and centers the client’s own strengths during the work. She believes people know important parts of their story and uses that knowledge as the basis for practical steps forward. In sessions she helps clients name specific stressors and try small changes that can make routines easier.

Conversations often focus on communication skills, setting realistic goals, and building confidence. She is attentive to issues like caregiver stress, body image, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Clients can expect a calm, straightforward tone and tools they can use between meetings. Cherinna supports people taking the first steps toward a more fulfilling life and stays present through the process. Sessions are offered in English and are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Fees vary with location and therapist availability and are provided through a cancellable subscription model.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Many therapists use evidence-based techniques that focus on clear skills and practical changes. One common approach helps people learn communication and problem-solving skills to reduce conflict and improve family interactions. This method teaches specific ways to speak and listen so discussions become more productive.

Another helpful technique targets mood and anxiety by breaking problems into smaller parts and practicing new responses. It involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to shift how someone feels day to day. That approach is useful for stress, low mood, and self-esteem concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they’ll try techniques that match the client’s needs and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet that work around busy family schedules. Video calls let people see nonverbal cues, phone sessions remove travel time, and live chat or text messaging can make sharing quick thoughts easier between appointments. These options help make care more accessible and easier to fit into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family tensions, self esteem, and depression. Additional areas include body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She helps clients use their own strengths and tries small, manageable steps that can improve daily life.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional experience working with clients on mood and relationship concerns. She emphasizes supporting people through gradual change.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC with license number MD LCPC LC9342. Her practice is based in Maryland.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Multiple formats are offered to fit different needs.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific fee details depend on the chosen subscription.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

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Experience
5 years
Licensed
Maryland
Languages
English

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