Cherisse Amusa, NCPS

Cherisse Amusa is a licensed psychotherapist with six years of clinical experience who takes an integrative approach to therapy. She blends evidence-based methods with relational work to support adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, trauma, and a wide range of life changes. Cherisse trained in psychology at the graduate level, holding an MSc in Psychology, and also maintains professional registration as NCPS - indicating recognized standing with a professional body.

Before moving into therapeutic work, Cherisse built a foundation in Criminal Justice, and she has practised across diverse settings including non-profit organisations, private practice, and employee assistance programmes. That variety of experience informs her flexible style, whether working one-to-one with adults or facilitating group work. She draws on Transactional Analysis as part of her integrative toolkit, and regularly incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when helpful for managing mood, coping strategies, and interpersonal patterns.

With a particular interest in trauma and attachment, Cherisse addresses issues such as abandonment, family of origin dynamics, intimacy and communication problems, and the effects of abuse. She aims to collaborate with clients to identify meaningful goals and to offer practical skills alongside reflective exploration. Cherisse welcomes enquiries about how she can assist and invites prospective clients to reach out to begin a conversation.

Approach and accessibility of online therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current emotional needs and patterns. In practice, Cherisse helps clients explore attachment histories to improve intimacy, trust, and emotional regulation - an approach that can be useful for relationship problems, abandonment concerns, and persistent feelings of emptiness.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client's own capacity for growth. Cherisse offers empathic listening and reflective support to help clients clarify goals, build self-esteem, and make choices aligned with their values. This gentle, collaborative way of working often complements skill-based approaches.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Cherisse uses CBT techniques to address anxiety, mood disorders, sleep difficulties, and coping with life transitions, often pairing them with DBT skills for emotion regulation when needed.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy itself. Cherisse works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of methods fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to access a registered professional from different locations and schedules. Cherisse uses these options to create consistent, accessible care that fits into busy lives and supports ongoing therapeutic work.