Cheryl O’Neill, MA

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Clinical Approach

Cheryl O’Neill is a therapist, registered with the College of Registered Psychotherapist of Ontario. She is available to work with clients located in Ontario in-person and virtually. She treats primarily adults and adolescents, ages 12 and up.

Cheryl appreciates each client's unique experience and tailors treatment to their needs. She believes in the importance of an integrative approach, drawing from a variety of evidence-based interventions. She uses a type of cognitive behavioural therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder called exposure and response (ritual) prevention (ERP). She also uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) techniques, mindfulness interventions, and psychodynamic approaches as needed. Above all, Cheryl values the importance of the therapeutic alliance as key in ensuring therapeutic success. She prioritizes creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental space for clients.

Cheryl is passionate about social justice and equity. She works to ensure a culturally and spiritually informed practice that understands the nuance of personal and systemic experiences related to race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, faith, and disability.

Education and Training

Cheryl graduated from Bishop’s University with a BA Specialising in Elementary Education, a BEd with minor equivalent in Psychology, and an Undergraduate Certificate in Human Psychology. She then attended Wilfrid Laurier University (Martin Luther College), where she received a Master of Arts in Theology, with a specialization in Spiritual Care and Psychotherapy.