Cynthia Herndon, LMSW

Cynthia Herndon is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people managing mood disorders, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strains, anger, and other complex life changes. Cynthia has experience across rural and urban settings and with a range of populations.

She describes a practical, interactive style that asks clients to take part in shaping therapy. Sessions focus on clear goals and collaborative planning. Cynthia uses techniques that help people manage strong feelings, build coping skills, and address patterns that keep problems repeating.

Her background includes work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, homeless outreach, and rural mental health in the Florida Keys. That history brought experience with veterans, caregivers, elder and hospice care, and LGBTQ people. She also has hands-on knowledge about guardianship, advance directives, and durable power of attorney questions.

Cynthia combines client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral approaches and motivational interviewing. She uses these tools to address substance use concerns, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, and everyday problems like sleep, eating, and work stress. Her training includes work specifically on substance use and addiction treatment strategies.

Clients who want practical steps for anger, communication problems, or coping with loss will find an approach focused on skills, problem solving, and gradual change. She aims to help people reduce unhelpful patterns and improve day-to-day functioning. The initial steps are a short intake, goal setting, and an agreed plan to move forward.

Approaches used in online sessions