Cynthia Callaghan , LCSW

Cynthia Callaghan is a licensed clinical social worker with 29 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, grief, anger, and depression. She also supports people facing divorce or separation, wrestling with guilt or shame, feeling isolated, or rethinking life purpose. Cynthia practices in California and offers services in English, including to international clients.

She aims to make sessions straightforward and respectful. Cynthia creates space for people to talk about hard feelings without judgment. She encourages small, practical steps that fit into daily life rather than overwhelming plans.

In sessions she listens closely and helps clients name what they are feeling. Together they look at patterns that keep problems stuck and try different ways to respond. She focuses on what a person wants to change and on simple, doable tools to get there.

Cynthia describes therapy as a team effort. She supports people who want to reduce stress, cope with loss, or move through addiction struggles. She also helps those dealing with anger, depression, or the emotional fallout of separation.

Her long career includes a variety of practice settings in California, and she brings that steady experience into each conversation. Cynthia aims to empower people to make choices that match their values and everyday life. If someone is ready to take a first step, she helps them plan what comes next.

Approaches and what online therapy looks like

Cynthia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at helping people manage emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One common method focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that fuel anxiety or depression and then trying small experiments to shift them. This approach helps with stress, low mood, and recurring worry.

Another practical technique centers on coping skills for strong emotions such as anger or cravings related to addictions. It teaches short, repeatable strategies people can use when they feel overwhelmed or triggered. That work pairs well with grief support and navigating feelings after separation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Cynthia collaborates with each person to choose techniques that fit their goals, preferences, and day-to-day life. She adjusts the plan over time based on what helps.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging or live chat can fit quick check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or travel.