- Years in practice
- 30
- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in
- Georgia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Family conflicts
About Cheryl
Cheryl Johnson Ransaw is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, and life transitions. She writes in straightforward language and aims to make the first step feel manageable for a worried parent or caregiver. With three decades of experience, Cheryl uses practical conversation to identify strengths clients already have.
She treats people as the experts of their own stories and helps them build on what is working.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on small, doable changes rather than overwhelming plans. Cheryl regularly assists people dealing with family conflict, career strain, low self-esteem, and depression. She also supports those navigating aging and geriatric issues as well as challenges that often appear in young adulthood.
Her approach centers on clear goals and real-life problem solving. Clients can expect an honest, respectful tone and an emphasis on skills they can use between sessions. Cheryl encourages parents to bring concrete situations to talk through, so they leave with practical next steps.
She values steady progress over quick fixes. Cheryl is licensed in Georgia as an LCSW, and also holds the CSW credential. Her long career includes work across multiple settings, and she focuses on making therapy fit into busy family lives.
What Cheryl works with
Everything Cheryl lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Cheryl helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Coping with life changes
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches and how online therapy fits your life
Cheryl uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical problem solving and skill building. One common approach helps people identify specific patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood, then practices alternative responses to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Another approach focuses on communication and boundaries to ease relationship and family conflicts, teaching ways to talk about needs and set limits without escalating tension.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. Cheryl will work collaboratively to understand each person's goals, strengths, and preferences, and then recommend techniques that match those needs. She checks in regularly and adjusts methods over time so work stays relevant and useful.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can be easier to fit into a busy day. Live chat or messaging can suit short check-ins, journaling between meetings, or when typing feels more comfortable. These formats make it easier to keep continuity of care while balancing parenting and family responsibilities.
Questions people ask about Cheryl
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career matters, depression, and life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and conversational, with a focus on strengths and small, useful steps clients can try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has more than 30 years of professional experience working in various settings to support people through personal and family challenges.
What credentials and location does she hold?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote work.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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