Cherie Harper, L.M.F.T
Psychotherapist San Pedro and Virtual
Psychotherapist~Adults, Couples and Families
My Approach to Therapy
Cherie Harper is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. She specializes
in supporting clients navigating chronic mental illness, anxiety, depression, relational challenges,
and major life transitions. Cherie is known for her grounded, collaborative approach, combining
practical strategies with thoughtful clinical insight. She focuses on helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, and build greater stability in their daily lives. She has extensive experience working with complex presentations and individuals impacted by systemic and environmental stressors. Her work integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC). Cherie creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore challenges at their own pace while developing the tools needed for meaningful and lasting change. Her style blends structure with warmth, helping clients gain clarity, restore balance, and move forward with confidence.
Specialties Experience:
Couples/Relationship Issues, Adults, Generalized Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Panic
Disorders, Career Counseling, Grief, Life Transitions
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Education:
Licenses & Professionals Affiliations:
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #45844 (California BBS)
California Association of Marriage and Therapist (CAMFT)-Local Chapter Board Leadership Long
Beach/SouthBay CAMFT.