- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and grief
- Codependency support
About Cynthia
Cynthia Roe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience practicing in California. She focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, or the effects of trauma. She also supports people facing grief, caregiving strain, and challenges related to gender identity and LGBT concerns.
Her approach is practical and respectful. Cynthia listens first and adapts sessions to each person’s needs. She emphasizes clear goals and steady progress rather than one-size-fits-all plans.
Clients can expect a collaborative tone in sessions. Cynthia uses techniques drawn from attachment work, cognitive behavioral methods, and client-centered listening to help people notice thought patterns, improve relationships, and build new coping skills. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are added when helpful.
She has a long history supporting people affected by cancer and those managing family or caregiver stress. Cynthia also works with people dealing with codependency, abandonment, adoption and foster care concerns, and family of origin issues.
Practical matters such as scheduling and fees vary by location and timing. Therapy begins by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session based on the therapist’s availability. Cynthia aims to help people take manageable steps toward better daily functioning and clearer relationships.
How Cynthia’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships affect current connections and sense of safety. In practice this means talking about patterns in relationships, noticing how history shows up now, and trying new ways of relating that feel steadier.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a trusting space where the person leads the agenda. The therapist offers empathy and reflection so people can clarify their own goals and values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing mood or stress through concrete steps and short exercises.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Cynthia will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences, and will suggest tools from these approaches that fit those priorities. The process is collaborative and adjusted as goals change.
Confirm the available session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow focused check-ins that support daily routines. It can also let someone choose a shorter phone check-in or a longer video conversation depending on what works best for them.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cynthia commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family challenges, parenting strain, and issues related to LGBT identity. Additional focus areas include codependency, caregiver stress, attachment concerns, and mood dysregulation.
What is her general therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. Cynthia listens closely, sets clear goals with each person, and uses a mix of approaches to build skills and improve daily functioning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cynthia brings 30 years of professional experience as a clinician working in California settings and with diverse concerns including cancer-related impact and family stress.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California and practices in that state.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are arranged for people located within California.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
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