we all carry countless untold stories within us.

The past drives the present and the weight of those stories can sometimes strain our relationships and our bodies, hinder growth and obscure our most authentic and divine selves.

There is power in our voices, and we deserve spaces where we can learn to feel safe expressing our pain, our hopes and our truth. I consider it my life's work to help create sacred spaces for those seeking ways to let go of the weight of their trauma and/or simply learn how to live life well and more authentically. Trust fostered in therapeutic relationships can open doors for increased self-awareness and self-love, inviting you to create healthier beliefs about yourself, your relationships, your life, your choices and your potential.

First and foremost, I am here to listen. I offer guidance through the wealth of expertise I've gained professionally and through my own personal trauma, but, as you are the final expert on yourself, I invite you to define the path of your therapy. I trust the unique healing process of each individual and I look forward to learning about yours!

I have a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Boston University and am licensed in the States of Washington, Oregon and Arizona as an Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). In addition to my private practice, I’m a trauma informed practices consultant for schools and other organizations and a certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator. Previously, I worked as an elementary school counselor and Family Advocate.

I do my work to create safe spaces for all. I am committed to inclusivity and strive to provide care that meets and acknowledges your needs, especially as related to your experience of race; ethnicity; gender; age; abilities; sexual orientation; national origin/indigenous roots; religious or spiritual beliefs; socioeconomic, marital, relationship, or immigration status; and any other identities that matter to you.

I work with people who were assigned female at birth (AFAB) and female identifying adolescents (14 and up, with daytime availability ONLY) and adults. My primary areas of focus include, but are not limited to: trauma (various types including medical, childhood, intergenerational, etc.), social and emotional skill building, adoption, depression, life-coaching, anxiety, interpersonal skills and relationships, parent coaching, divorce, life transitions, adolescent concerns and blended families.

I offer telehealth sessions only and can provide EMDR online.

I utilize various therapeutic modalities when working with clients including, but not limited to:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Brainspotting

contact info:

Phone: (206) 949-8618
Email: cher@cheranderton.com (email me for availability)

Note: If you are in crisis, please call 911 immediately. If you do not feel safe calling 911, please see the Seattle & Washington alternatives to 911 listed at the bottom of this page.

rates:

I offer a free 20-minute initial session to discuss therapist fit, goals and potential treatment.

Subsequent sessions, whether online or in person, are charged as follows:

$160 for 50-minute session; $230 for 80-minute session

I accept clients on a sliding pay scale. Please contact me directly to discuss sliding scale rates.

payment:

Credit/Debit/HSA/FSA cards accepted. Balance due at the time of service.

I do not accept insurance. I can provide receipts/Superbills for service which you can submit for out-of-network or FSA/HSA reimbursement.

cancellation policy:

I require 48 hours notice for rescheduling or canceling of appointments. If less than 48 hours notice is given the full session will be charged; the exception being a true emergency. Repeated abuse of this policy might result termination of therapy.