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Cherisse Amusa

NCPS

Cherisse Amusa, NCPS

Therapist in the UK

Cherisse is a NCPS therapist in the UK.

  • 6+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
  • Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Cherisse

Cherisse Amusa is a United Kingdom based therapist who holds the NCPS credential and brings six years of clinical experience to her practice. She trained in psychology at the graduate level and prior to becoming a therapist worked in criminal justice, a background that informs her practical and compassionate approach to supporting people through difficult life circumstances.

She has practiced in a range of settings including non-profit organisations, private practice and employee assistance programmes, and she offers individual counselling for adults as well as group facilitation. Cherisse works from an integrative framework, blending techniques from Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with specialised training in Transactional Analysis to tailor her work to each person’s needs.

Her clinical interests include trauma and attachment, and she supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, depression, life changes, family difficulties, intimacy concerns, sleep problems, self-esteem and career issues, among other areas. Cherisse accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. She aims to collaborate with each person to identify practical strategies and deeper patterns that contribute to lasting change.

Areas of expertise

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

NCPS

Languages

English

Focus areas

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Approach-Focused Support Through Online Therapy

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns in close relationships. It helps people understand how past attachment experiences influence trust, intimacy and responses to separation or loss, which is useful for those working through abandonment, attachment issues or family of origin concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress and sleep difficulties, and provides tools for managing mood and everyday challenges.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills can support people struggling with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, self-esteem issues and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cherisse works with clients to explore their goals, preferences and the issues they bring, and together they decide which approaches or combination of techniques will best support progress. Registered professionals and therapists often blend methods to meet each person’s unique needs.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from different locations while working with a clinician whose methods align with the client’s goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Cherisse Amusa have?

Cherisse Amusa has six years of clinical experience.

Is Cherisse Amusa a registered therapist?

Yes. She holds the NCPS credential, which denotes a professional registration.

In which languages does Cherisse Amusa provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Cherisse Amusa located?

She is based in the United Kingdom.

How can I work with Cherisse Amusa as my therapist?

You can work with Cherisse Amusa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cherisse Amusa work with international clients?

Yes, Cherisse Amusa works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cherisse Amusa cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

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