July 2018 Counselor of the Month

Cheryl Fischer – MSW, LCSW-C

“Cheryl is always willing to take on challenges and inspires those around her to be their best by her example.” – Kim Cook, MSW, MA, LCSW-C, CEO

Cheryl Fischer is a graduate of Towson University and West Virginia University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Cheryl is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy, which resolves the development of trauma-related disorders caused by exposure to distressing, traumatizing, or negative life events. Cheryl enjoys working with couples, individuals, college students, youth and groups on a variety of issues.

Tell us a little about yourself:

My undergraduate degree is in sociology with a minor in music and I have a Masters degree in Social work from WVU! I have been practicing in the field of Social Work for past 18 years in various medical and mental health settings.

How do you like to spend your free time?

I like college football. Go Mountaineers! I enjoy gardening, eating clean, reading, being at the beach, exercising, and spending time with family and friends.

Where is your favorite place in the world?

The beach and Disney World

What’s the last book you read?

Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz

What’s your favorite movie?

Elf!

What’s your favorite meal?

Sushi

Who inspires you?

My Grandparents they were good people that did the best they could with what they had. They were always honest and loving.

Use only three words to describe yourself:

Kind, compassionate and friendly

What inspired you to become a counselor?

I wanted to help and make a difference in people’s lives.

What’s your favorite part of being a counselor?

To enable others to make positive changes in their lives

What’s the hardest part about being a counselor?

Seeing their heartaches

What was your proudest moment as a CPC Counselor?

There are many proud moments as a CPC Counselor. When I see a person smile and say I don’t have that problem or struggle anymore as if a burden has been lifted is the best part.

Use only three words to describe CentrePointe Counseling:

Faithful, Supportive, Caring