cherlea thomas
LPCA
meet cherlea
Cherlea (share-lay) is from Atlanta, Georgia and relocated to Greenville, SC in January 2020. She enjoys travelling with her spouse, spending time with her family, watching documentaries, reading, working out, and shopping. However, her greatest joy comes from helping and encouraging others.
style of therapy
Cherlea’s unique style and approach to counseling offers many possibilities and positive outcomes. She is energetic and passionate about her work with clients and understands how to appropriately utilize humor when applicable. She creates a learning and trustworthy environment that allows her clients to express themselves without judgment. Cherlea enjoys empowering and motivating her clients to be the best version of themselves. She does not take for granted her gift from God to counsel others, rather considers it a privilege and an honor to assist God’s people through life’s challenges.
Cherlea uses several theoretical models to help meet her client’s needs which may include: Feminist Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
practice focus
Cherlea works with adolescents, adolescents with special needs, adults, and couples.
credentials
Licensure:
LPCA Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, South Carolina #8722
LPCA Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, South Carolina #8722
Education:
Bachelor of Science, Journalism, Georgia Southern University
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University
Memberships:
American Counseling Association
American Association of Christian Counselors
