Cynthia Harford
Warm, practical counseling for life’s challenges
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About
Cynthia Harford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in West Virginia and Virginia with 21 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of life challenges. She has worked with concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and major life transitions, and she welcomes people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, worn down, or simply ready to make a change.
Her style is warm, practical, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on helping clients feel heard, respected, and understood without judgment. In therapy, Cynthia partners with clients to identify patterns that may be holding them back, develop useful strategies for managing intense emotions, and reinforce the strengths and resilience they already carry.
Rather than focusing on “fixing” someone, Cynthia helps clients build insight, reconnect with what is working, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. For those ready to begin, she offers a supportive space to start taking meaningful steps toward lasting change.
Her style is warm, practical, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on helping clients feel heard, respected, and understood without judgment. In therapy, Cynthia partners with clients to identify patterns that may be holding them back, develop useful strategies for managing intense emotions, and reinforce the strengths and resilience they already carry.
Rather than focusing on “fixing” someone, Cynthia helps clients build insight, reconnect with what is working, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. For those ready to begin, she offers a supportive space to start taking meaningful steps toward lasting change.
- Location:
- West Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 21
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VA LPC 0701010941, WV LPC 1875
- NPI Number: 1265136972
- License: LPC (Virginia), LPC (West Virginia)
Practical Therapy Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Cynthia Harford draws from several evidence-informed approaches to help clients create meaningful change. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore what they are feeling and experiencing, which can be especially helpful during grief, life transitions, and periods of feeling stuck.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, emotions, and actions. It can help people notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable responses, often supporting concerns like stress, anxiety, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, which can be useful when emotions feel hard to regulate.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Cynthia collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy and to choose strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting along the way as progress unfolds.
Online therapy makes support more flexible and accessible. Sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get help in a format that fits daily life, energy level, and comfort.
How much experience does Cynthia Harford have?
Cynthia Harford has 21 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Cynthia Harford a licensed therapist?
Yes. Cynthia Harford is licensed as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor). Her license information includes VA LPC 0701010941 and WV LPC 1875.
In which languages does Cynthia Harford provide therapy?
Cynthia Harford provides therapy in English.
Where is Cynthia Harford located?
Cynthia Harford is located in West Virginia.
How can I work with Cynthia Harford as my therapist?
You can work with Cynthia Harford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cynthia Harford work with international clients?
No. Cynthia Harford does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cynthia Harford 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 canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.