- Client-centered care
- CBT skills
- ADHD support
About Cherina
Cherina Medina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of experience practicing in Colorado. They work with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and LGBT concerns. Cherina describes a practice that includes attention to life purpose and practical coping skills for everyday problems.
Cherina uses clear, direct conversation and practical tools in session. They blend client-centered moments with cognitive behavioral strategies to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and build routines that reduce overwhelm. Sessions are conversational and often include psychoeducation and skill practice.
Before working in private practice, Cherina spent many years with at-risk youth, veterans, and people with disabilities. That background informs work with adults who need concrete supports, system navigation, or help understanding neurodiversity and disability-related issues. They also have experience with hospice and end-of-life counseling and with fatherhood and first responder concerns.
Cherina names ADHD and special education knowledge as particular strengths, and they offer guidance on coping skills, task organization, and behavioral strategies. They also address issues related to gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, and sexual trauma when relevant. Humor and storytelling are part of how they connect when clients are open to that style.
Sessions draw on the client’s values and practical goals. Cherina invites people who are ready to look at fears and obstacles and to try real-world steps toward clearer priorities. People should confirm current session options before booking to ensure they fit their needs.
How her approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing small behavioral experiments. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related routines by breaking problems into manageable steps.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and collaboration. The therapist follows the client’s pace, reflects what they say, and supports people in naming priorities and making decisions that fit their life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cherina will discuss which methods fit your goals and preferences and adjust the balance of listening, skills work, and practical planning together.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm the current online options before scheduling. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into daily life by reducing travel, allowing shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoiding camera use when that helps you focus. Talk with her about how you want sessions to look so they align with your routine and needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
California, Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, and LGBT issues, plus related concerns such as isolation, impulsivity, and family of origin problems.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns and try small, practical changes tied to your goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cherina has 15 years of experience working across settings including schools, veteran services, and disability support environments.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Colorado.
Can people who speak other languages work with her?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients from other countries?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Current session formats are not listed here; please confirm available formats before booking so they match your needs.
How are fees and cancellations handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.