Cheryl Johnson Ransaw, LCSW, CSW - Therapist in Georgia

About Cheryl

Cheryl Johnson Ransaw is a licensed clinical social worker in Georgia. She draws on three decades of professional experience to help adults who are facing stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family tensions, parenting questions, career worries, and low mood. Her manner is straightforward and respectful, aimed at helping people feel heard and more able to manage daily challenges.

She starts sessions by listening to each person’s story and identifying the practical strengths they already have.

Background and approach

Cheryl believes clients are the experts on their lives and she partners with them to set clear, realistic goals. Conversations focus on solving current problems and building coping skills that can be used right away. Over her 30-year career Cheryl has supported people through big life changes, transitions into young adulthood, and issues related to aging and geriatric concerns.

She uses approaches grounded in evidence and adapts them to each person’s needs. Her background gives her experience with a wide range of emotional and practical problems. Sessions are offered in English and delivered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Cheryl holds the LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and the CSW credential, and she practices in Georgia. To begin, a person completes a short matching questionnaire and then schedules sessions according to the therapist’s availability. Cheryl emphasizes small steps and steady progress while working alongside each client.

Practical approaches for online family and life support

Cheryl uses evidence-based techniques to tackle current problems and build everyday skills. One approach focuses on skill-building for managing stress and anxiety by teaching simple strategies for breathing, planning, and breaking tasks into manageable steps. This helps when worry or overwhelm gets in the way of daily routines.

Another approach targets relationship and family challenges by improving communication and problem-solving. Sessions concentrate on clearer ways to express needs, set boundaries, and find workable solutions with others. That method is useful for parenting disagreements, household conflicts, and rebuilding trust.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Cheryl listens to what matters most, discusses options, and tailors techniques to a client’s goals and preferences. The process is collaborative so the plan can change as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives. Video calls create face-to-face connection from home, phone sessions fit when screens aren’t convenient, and live chat or text-based messaging allow flexible check-ins between scheduled meetings. These formats make it easier to keep momentum while juggling family, work, and other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting matters, career stress, low mood, and coping with life changes. Aging and young adult issues are also part of her focus.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is practical and collaborative. She listens first, identifies strengths, and helps clients build useful coping skills.

What is her professional background?

Cheryl has 30 years of professional experience supporting people through emotional and life challenges. Her work includes helping clients manage transitions and family difficulties.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia. The license appears as GA LCSW CSW000783.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that, schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

Also works with

Experience: 30 years
Licensed: Georgia
Languages: English

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