Licensed clinical social worker recordOhio
Cynthia "Cindy" Chizewick, LCSW, LISW
Ohio
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and addiction
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LISW
- Licensed in Ohio
- LISW, licence I.1500616-SUPV
- Licensed in Arizona
- LCSW, licence LCSW-19671
- NPI
- 1346681905
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Ohio
These details come from information Cynthia supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT methods
- EMDR for trauma
- Mindfulness skills
About Cynthia
Cynthia "Cindy" Chizewick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with 15 years of experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and major life changes. Cindy also addresses issues like sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, parenting strain, and concerns tied to LGBT identity and relationships.
She frames therapy as a practical collaboration. Sessions focus on concrete problems and everyday functioning. That may mean learning tools to manage panic, addressing substance use, or sorting through loss and grief. Cindy often mixes approaches to match what a person needs in the moment.
Her background includes long-term work with addiction and trauma-related concerns. She draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment concepts, and EMDR when trauma processing is relevant. Motivational interviewing is used when someone is making changes around substance use or behavior.
In sessions, the emphasis is on skills you can use outside the room. That could include short behavior experiments, mindfulness exercises, or steps to interrupt unhelpful patterns. Cindy pays attention to how work, health, money, and family stress affect daily functioning and decision making.
People who reach out are usually looking for clear next steps. The focus is on setting small, practical goals and tracking progress. Cindy’s approach aims to help someone regain a measure of control over daily life and move past the obstacles that limit functioning.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes where motivation and values matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns and testing small changes to reduce symptoms like panic, worry, and low mood. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) supports processing of traumatic memories and intense distress, and can be used when past events continue to cause panic or avoidant behavior.Figuring out which approach fits is a collaborative process. The therapist will start by asking about goals, current struggles, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try methods and adjust based on what feels useful, mixing techniques when needed to address practical daily problems.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm available formats before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into workdays or caregiving schedules, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Over time, remote sessions can support consistent practice of skills such as mindfulness exercises and behavior experiments in real-life settings, helping people apply what they learn between appointments.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Arizona
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, sleep issues, and related concerns such as anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical style that mixes approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment ideas, and EMDR when helpful.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cynthia has 15 years of experience working with people facing addiction, trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and licensure?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW). She holds an Arizona LCSW and an Ohio LISW and practices from Ohio.
In what language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session formats handled?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are available.
How are costs and starting steps handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers