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Cynthia Daley

Cynthia Daley

LPC

Mindful, practical counseling for life challenges

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyEye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindfulness-based care
  • Client-centered approach
  • Practical coping skills

About Cynthia

Cynthia Daley is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, and relationship or intimacy-related concerns. She also supports those coping with addictions, anger, self-esteem struggles, career pressure, bipolar and mood disorders, and compassion fatigue. Cynthia works in Arizona and brings two decades of experience to her practice.

Her style is warm and client-centered. She listens without judgment and meets people where they are. Sessions focus on what the person needs most right now, with practical steps and steady encouragement.

Cynthia uses mindfulness practices to help people calm their bodies and notice thoughts without getting swept away. She also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thinking and to build different patterns of behavior. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, existential questions, and hypnotherapy are other approaches she may use when appropriate.

In sessions Cynthia aims to make change feel manageable. She breaks concerns into small, doable steps and checks in about what is working. Many people come for help with life transitions, chronic illness or pain, family of origin issues, forgiveness, and end-of-life or hospice concerns.

She encourages people who are carrying guilt, shame, or the effects of sexual assault and abuse to seek support. Veterans and those facing midlife or career crossroads also find focused care. Cynthia invites people to begin with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment when they are ready.

How Cynthia’s approaches translate to online therapy

Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice their breathing, body sensations, and thoughts so they can respond more calmly to stress and anxiety. It can be useful for chronic pain, grief, and daily overwhelm. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a strong therapeutic relationship, giving people space to set the pace and topics of conversation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at unhelpful thinking patterns and supports practical changes in behavior to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Cynthia will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. She collaborates on a plan and adjusts methods as needed so the work fits the person rather than forcing a single technique.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins, and offering more flexible scheduling. It can also let people take part from a quieter spot, use audio-only when that feels better, or avoid being on camera when preferred. Ask about available session types when scheduling to make sure they match your needs.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Cynthia address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, and compassion fatigue, among other areas.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Cynthia practices in a compassionate, nonjudgmental, client-centered way and emphasizes practical steps. She listens closely and helps people move forward at their own pace.

What is her experience working with clients?

She brings 20 years of professional experience supporting people through trauma, life transitions, chronic illness, and grief.

What credentials and location describe this therapist?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Arizona and practices in that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with Cynthia?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing and billing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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