Therapist profile
Cynthia "Cindy" Chizewick, LCSW, LISW
LCSW, LISW - Stress and parenting concerns
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- CBT
- ACT
- EMDR
About Cynthia
Cynthia "Cindy" Chizewick is an LCSW, LISW practicing in Ohio with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, parenting strain, relationship concerns, and other life changes. Sessions address mood disorders, trauma and abuse, and challenges such as ADHD, bipolar, and sleep problems.
Cindy speaks plainly about loss, feeling stuck, and the ways people try to cope. She listens for what’s not working and helps people identify behaviors that get in the way of daily life. Her approach draws on cognitive behavioral techniques alongside mindfulness and acceptance strategies to change unhelpful patterns.
She also uses eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) for people who bring experiences that feel like trauma. Motivational interviewing is part of her work when addiction or ambivalence about change is present. Treatment plans tend to include hands-on tools and small, practical steps to try between meetings.
Cindy frames therapy as a team effort. She focuses on how symptoms affect everyday routines, relationships, and parenting responsibilities. The conversation often covers coping skills for anger, shame, isolation, career setbacks, and blended family issues.
Her background includes long-term work with people facing first responder stress, veteran and armed forces issues, and those recovering from substance use. She aims to help people regain a sense of control over day-to-day life and to reduce the things that limit functioning.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose actions that match their values. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress related to parenting or life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. It often includes practical exercises and homework to try between sessions, useful for sleep problems, panic, and mood disorders.EMDR is a method used when past events continue to cause distress. In sessions the therapist helps the person process those memories in ways that can reduce their intensity and the reactions they trigger. That approach is often chosen for trauma, severe stress, or intrusive memories.
Choosing which method to use is part of the early work together. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, symptoms, and preferences and then recommend approaches to try. Decisions are made collaboratively and can change as therapy progresses.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling. Many people find this helps maintain consistency with appointments while working through parenting strain, addiction recovery, or ongoing anxiety.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Arizona
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, parenting strain, trauma and related concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical, using cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, and acceptance strategies to change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in Ohio.
Can people who live outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are conducted in English.
Which session formats does she offer?
The biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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