Cheryl James (she/her)

*Cheryl is currently accepting new in-person and virtual clients.

Cheryl James (she/her/hers), LISW-S, is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with a

Master’s in Social Work degree from The Ohio State University and has been working in

the mental health field for the past decade.

Cheryl believes strongly in creating a safe and collaborative space with her clients to

explore their lived experiences in the world. Her therapeutic process begins with forming

a genuine connection with clients and understanding them as a whole individual. She is

passionate about providing client-centered care to individuals who experience

neurodevelopmental differences and enjoys working with caregivers who are managing

multiple responsibilities. She has extensive experience working with individuals

navigating life transitions and identity exploration. She is also well-versed in treating

symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship and family

concerns.

As a therapist, Cheryl employs multiple evidence-based approaches including

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Schema Therapy, Family Systems Therapy and

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Her primary goal in treatment is to acknowledge,

validate, encourage and support everyone in making their own space in the world.

Insurance & Financial Information:

Your financial responsibility per session is determined and set by your insurance provider and specific plan, not by Branches of Behavior. Cheryl is able to accept the following insurance plans:

  • Medical Mutual (PPO & SuperMed Plans)

  • Ohio Healthy

  • Aetna/Meritain

  • Anthem/Blue Cross/Blue Shield

  • Cigna/EverNorth

  • UHC/UMR

  • Self-Pay/Out-of-Network

    • Diagnostic Evaluation (First Session, $165.00)

    • Follow-up Appointment ($135.00)