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Cynthia Herndon, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Cynthia 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 Cynthia. View 6 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

Great therapist. Am going to continue to work w her.

Reviewed April 2022

Cynthia is a wonderful therapist! Very supportive, really good advice, compassionate.

Reviewed February 2022

More about Cynthia

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

Hello and welcome! My name is Cynthia and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the State of Michigan for the last 20 years. My practice however, has been within the State of Florida throughout my 20 years as an LCSW. I have worked with an array of clients specific to unique populations and within rural/urban areas, hospitals, outpatient clinics and homeless outreach services. Unique experiences that I have gained working with specific populations include Veterans, caregivers, elder/geriatric/hospice care, and LGBTQ populations. I currently work in rural areas of the Florida Keys, providing mental health services and in treating mood disorders, addictions and many other complex issues. I am a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist in treating substance use disorders and addictions and have been trained in other therapeutic modalities to include motivational interviewing and seeking safety. Some of presenting cases and diagnosis that I am most familiar with working and treating include mood disorders (depression, anxiety and bipolar disorders), post traumatic stress disorders, military sexual trauma and traumatic brain injury.

I also have extensive knowledge and experience with guardianship processes, advance directives and durable power of attorney questions and concerns.

My counseling style is warm, interactive and inclusive. I provide a lot of encouragement and motivation to participate and engage in therapeutic sessions as this allows the process to establish a trusting therapeutic rapport and level of communication necessary to understand, treat and provide the mental health support you are seeking and deserve. As our therapy process evolves, I will collaboratively work with you to create a treatment plan that best meets your unique and specific needs.

As your potential Therapist, I applaud your courage and tenacity to seek a fulfilling and happier life by recognizing and taking the first steps towards positive change. As you further journey towards the steps of making change, I am here to be of support and empower you along the way.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Grief Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Aging and Geriatric Issues Attachment issues BDSM Kink Alternative Sex Culture Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Dependent Personality Drug and Alcohol Addiction Eating and Food-Related Issues Forgiveness Gender Dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and End of Life Counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural Concerns Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex Addiction Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Smoking/Vaping Cessation Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic Brain Injury Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Cynthia Herndon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295755460.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801082834 · Expires December 2027

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 Cynthia Herndon

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

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

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Clients mention: Supportive Wonderful Thank you The best A wonderful therapist Amazing Comfortable Easy Great Safe

Great therapist. Am going to continue to work w her.

Reviewed April 2022

Cynthia is a wonderful therapist! Very supportive, really good advice, compassionate.

Reviewed February 2022

Cynthia is a wonderful therapist and the best of the best when it comes to working with you to accomplish your mental health goals. She provided me a safe space to explore my emotions and I’m a better person for having worked with her. I have truely never met a therapist that I connected with as well as I did with her and would reccomend Cynthia to anyone that needs someone to listen. 10/10!

Reviewed November 2021

I’ve only had 2 sessions for so far, but I showed up to do the work and Cynthia is here for it! Very supportive and easy to talk to.

Reviewed May 2021

Cynthia is amazing! She continues to make me feel comfortable and welcome when speaking with her. 10/10 recommendation.

Reviewed January 2021

Thank you Cynthia for your experience, expertise and listening skills. If you need to talk with someone Cynthia Herndon can actually listen then provide knowledge and coping strategies to help. Thank you Cynthia. Mike

Reviewed November 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cynthia Herndon offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Cynthia Herndon 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 Cynthia Herndon speak?

Cynthia Herndon speaks English.

How many years of experience does Cynthia Herndon have?

Cynthia Herndon has 20 years of experience.

Where is Cynthia Herndon licensed to practice?

Cynthia Herndon is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Cynthia Herndon accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Cynthia Herndon accepts 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 Cynthia Herndon offer?

Cynthia Herndon offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Cynthia Herndon?

Cynthia Herndon 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 Cynthia Herndon?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.