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Megan Cherry

Megan Cherry

Ph. D.

Gender Identity: female

Short Biography

One of my core values is to honor and affirm the experiences, identities, and values of others, creating a space where all of who you are feels safe and welcome. As the mom of a multiracial family, anti-racism work is close to my heart, but I also strive to be an advocate and ally alongside individuals who experience identity-based oppression, whether that’s based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, immigration status, religion, sexual orientation, age, or size.

Therapy Philosophy

As your therapist, I will be compassionate, open to feedback, curious, and authentic. “I’m not enough” is a fear I’ve wrestled with, and a theme I hear from clients who have experienced trauma, are battling identity-based -isms, are wrestling with the complex emotions of being a teenager, and/or are coping with the stress of parenting. Some of the questions we explore are: “What if past hurt/betrayal doesn’t define us? What if we allow ourselves to be human - flawed and powerful - instead of trying to be Wonder Woman or Superman?” I will help you heal from pain, develop relationships that affirm you, and empower you to become a more self-compassionate and authentic you.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Neurodivergent Challenges Anxiety Health anxiety Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Complex trauma (C-PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Sexual trauma Parenting stress Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Identity exploration Stress & Life Adjustment Grief & Loss Pregnancy or infant loss Complicated grief Difficulty regulating emotions Health-related stress Sexuality & Gender-Related Concerns Sexual identity exploration Gender identity exploration Coming out support Gender transition support Feeling stuck Personal growth “Not feeling like myself”

Therapist Methodology

Attachment-Based Therapy Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Trauma-Informed Therapy Somatic Therapy Narrative Therapy Feminist Therapy Integrative Therapy

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Liberation-oriented Feminist-informed Queer- and trans-affirming Body liberation / fat-positive Disability justice-informed Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Class-conscious / economic justice Environmental justice / eco-aware Immigrant and refugee-affirming Activist-affirming / advocacy-supportive Anti-oppressive practice Community care-oriented Intersectional awareness Abolitionist mental health lens Decolonial / decolonizing approach Healing justice framework Accessibility-centered
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
LGBTQIA+ affirming Gender-expansive aware BIPOC-affirming Neurodiversity-affirming Fat liberation-oriented Faith-affirming / spiritually inclusive Secular-affirming Interfaith respectful Family-diverse (poly / ENM / chosen family-affirming) Centering marginalized voices Multicultural sensitivity Community resilience-focused Cultural identity exploration Affirming mixed-race / multiracial experiences Affirming intersectional identities
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Collaborative Compassion-focused Empowerment-based Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Boundaried compassion Radical acceptance Centering safety and trust Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Empowerment through connection Dignity and respect Transparency and repair Co-created healing relationship
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Somatic / body-based awareness Mindfulness-oriented Nature-connected / eco-therapy aligned Rest as resistance Pleasure and joy as healing Spiritual but not religious Connection between personal and systemic healing Embodied empowerment Grounded presence Self-compassion and stillness
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Equity over perfection Accountability and integrity Client autonomy Cultural humility over competence Informed consent emphasis Ethical activism Transparency in process Professional collaboration Centering client dignity Ongoing education commitment Non-hierarchical relationship Anti-carceral and anti-pathologizing lens Restorative justice-informed Accessibility as ethical practice Therapist as co-learner

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Practice Information

  • Experience: 11 years
  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English
  • Session Cost: Not specified
  • Accepts Insurance: Yes
    Aetna AllSavers UHC BCBS of Florida Cigna Florida Blue Harvard Pilgrim Oscar Oxford Health Plans UHC Student Resources ​UMR UnitedHealthcare
  • Populations Served: 18+,Teens,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,LGBTQIA+ clients,Immigrant and First Generation

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info