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Cindy Cothran, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Cindy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Cindy. View 15 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Tennessee and California

Recent reviews

Now I have been with Cindy three years. As a health care provider navigating through the pandemic with my stress level through the roof- not only does Cindy listen but gives me tools to help with anxiety that accompanies the stress I deal with. I can't imagine where I would be without her help.

Reviewed March 2023

I haven’t had a chance to work with her much yet, but Cindy genuinely makes me feel accepted and at ease. I find her exceptionally easy to talk to, and she’s kind and expresses sincere interest and concern when discussing things that matter the most to me.

Reviewed December 2022

More about Cindy

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LPCC

Hello, starting therapy can be tough and I hope to make the first steps easier if possible. It is my belief that therapy can be a place of emotional refuge and I work hard to let each person know that their best interest comes first. I hope that through understanding and gentle humor, we can find connection and work on the challenges that brought you to seek a therapist. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, a loss, life changes, trauma or some other circumstance, I hope to support and help you through the situation.

I have been a therapist for more than 15 years and in that time I have honed a flexible set of therapy skills that I adapt to match your personal life goals. No matter which therapeutic approach I am utilizing, my style is always sincere and wholehearted. I believe in the goodness of all people and that we are all worthy of respect. I do lean toward evidenced-based therapeutic approaches and I am trained in a variety of models/ techniques. If I had to describe my therapeutic style in a few words, I would say that I am an attachment-based therapist with an eclectic therapy style as I draw from such approaches as mindfulness, solution based therapy, cognitive behavioral approaches, Hakomi, somatic approaches and EMDR.

I look forward to working with you as you take the next step to living the life you want to live!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression Addictions Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Attachment issues BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Codependency Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Guilt and shame Mood disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Trichotillomania Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Cindy Cothran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639207087.

  • LPC · Tennessee · 2767 · Expires February 2025
  • LPCC · California · 13358 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Cindy Cothran

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

15 reviews

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Clients mention: Comfortable Easy Easy to talk Anxiety Helped Helpful Recommend Excellent Great The best

Now I have been with Cindy three years. As a health care provider navigating through the pandemic with my stress level through the roof- not only does Cindy listen but gives me tools to help with anxiety that accompanies the stress I deal with. I can't imagine where I would be without her help.

Reviewed March 2023

I haven’t had a chance to work with her much yet, but Cindy genuinely makes me feel accepted and at ease. I find her exceptionally easy to talk to, and she’s kind and expresses sincere interest and concern when discussing things that matter the most to me.

Reviewed December 2022

I have been in therapy with Cindy 2 1/2 years and always find new insight with her. She helps me understand why I'm feeling the way I do and gives me excellent tools to help my anxiety and depression.

Reviewed November 2022

Cindy has been my therapist for two years. I cannot express highly enough how much my life has changed for the positive because of her.

Reviewed June 2022

I have been happy with this experience. Cindy is really easy to talk with and has made me feel comfortable since the beginning. I’m not a very open person and making me feel comfortable is a big deal!

Reviewed June 2021

Caring, kind, empathetic, and very knowledgeable. Cindy is an excellent therapist and I recommend her highly.

Reviewed June 2021

Cindy has been the best counselor Ive ever had. I always feel that she “gets” what I’m feeling even when I do not say it. I trust Cindy and she is helping me learn to deal with my anxiety, depression which has surfaced greatly during this pandemic.

Reviewed February 2021

Cindy is a very kind and understanding person, easy to talk to, and very good at re-framing situations to be more approachable. I was immediately comfortable with Cindy, which allowed our sessions to be more productive.

Reviewed September 2020

Cindy is a wonderful listener. She knows when to let me talk and when to step in and give me advice. I’ve felt myself grow so much in the past few months from our sessions.

Reviewed July 2020

Cindy had helped me through so much! She has helped me work through and learn to deal with things that I didn't know how to handle before. I am making the progress I was hoping to make and am so happy I was assigned such a great counselor.

Reviewed June 2020

Working with Cindy has been the best therapy experience of my life. In just a few sessions she’s helped me get closer to the root of some of my issues and has given me helpful tools in dealing with and healing my issues. Can’t recommend her enough!

Reviewed April 2020

I was never really excited about going to therapy. Even in the saltiest of moods I still look forward to chatting with Cindy. I always feel refreshed and prepared for whatever comes after a session. I know she has my back and will provide the space for me to work through my experiences.

Reviewed March 2020

Cindy is so easy to talk with which is great for someone like me who finds opening up to new people a challenge. She has a calming presence, even just over messenger. Excited to continue working with her!

Reviewed March 2020

Cindy has made me feel comfortable from the beginning. She is really getting the time to know me. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with her.

Reviewed January 2020

I’ve only been working with Cindy for a couple weeks, but she seems to be very qualified, friendly, and helpful. She asks good questions and shows empathy. She seems to “get it” when I describe complex difficult situations, which is hugely helpful. So far, I recommend her very highly!

Reviewed January 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cindy Cothran offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cindy Cothran works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Cindy Cothran speak?

Cindy Cothran speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cindy Cothran have?

Cindy Cothran has 18 years of experience.

Where is Cindy Cothran licensed to practice?

Cindy Cothran is licensed to practice in Tennessee and California.

Does Cindy Cothran accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Cindy Cothran does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Cindy Cothran offer?

Cindy Cothran offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Cindy Cothran?

Cindy Cothran can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Cindy Cothran?

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