Cheryl A. Cole, MS
ADVOCATE FOR WELLBEING
Life Transition Advocate || End of Life Consultant || Grief Recovery Specialist ||
Mental Health First Aid Instructor
Mission
I support people and communities through life's changes, including embracing change, dealing with loss, and reflecting on life's end and death. My goal is to help individuals live fulfilling lives by focusing on mental, emotional, and overall well-being. I strive to create inclusive environments and promote policies that honor and improve well-being in all stages of life.
Services for Individuals & Families
Life Transition Advocate
Grief Recovery Specialist
Life Transition Advocate
Attaining and sustaining mental and physical well-being, throughout life's transitions
End of Life Consultant
Grief Recovery Specialist
Life Transition Advocate
Ensuring life to the end is fulfilled and legacies are achieved
Grief Recovery Specialist
Grief Recovery Specialist
Grief Recovery Specialist
Identifying feelings from loss with non-judgmental listening approach
Services for Groups
Grief Support Group Leader
Mental Health First Aid Instructor- Adult
Mental Health First Aid Instructor- Adult
Participants will be provided a compassionate forum of listeners to honor the fond and positive memories shared and the impact of loss and grief on their lives.
Mental Health First Aid Instructor- Adult
Mental Health First Aid Instructor- Adult
Mental Health First Aid Instructor- Adult
Coming soon!
CAREER SUMMARY
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Southern Connecticut State University, Major: Community Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor #001866 2007-2012
Bachelor of Science, Southern Connecticut State University, Major: Community Based Therapeutic Recreation and Leisure Studies
CERTIFICATION & TRAINING
National Council for Mental Wellbeing: Certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor USA
The Grief Recovery Method: Advanced Certified Grief Recovery Specialist
International End of Life Doula Association: End of Life Doula
Transformation Academy: Professional Life Coach
Udemy Certificate Program: Grief Coach
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
East Shore District Health Department, Branford CT: Community Health Improvement Planning (CHIP) Board Member
AccentCare, Middlebury CT (Formerly Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care): Bereavement Volunteer, End of life vigil supports
James Blackstone Memorial Library Branford, CT: Grief Support Group facilitator
CAREER EXPERIENCES
Vista Life Innovations, Westbrook, CT
Counselor/Case Manager
Life Skills Program Supervisor
Outreach Coordination
Relocation Coordinator
Individual and group counseling services for individuals (ages 18-70) with Autism Spectrum Disorders and neurological impairments, create, implement & monitor program plans outlining learning goals and objectives for each client, train 200+ staff on proactive problem solving and creative teaching technique, provided crisis intervention for clients and family members.
Behavioral Management, LLC, North Haven, CT
Behavior Specialist
Clinical Manager
Create behavior plans for families and individuals, group psychoeducation, individual and family therapy, assessments and clinical reviews.
Yale University, New Haven, CT
Psychiatric Assistant Adult at Yale Psychiatric Institute
Milieu support, patient contact and vitals.
"Cheryl's Approach is Truly Unique"
Cheryl is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a mission to empower individuals and families during some of life's most challenging moments. She provides a safe place for everyone to express their feelings, find healing, and develop coping strategies for moving forward.
In her counseling approach, she integrates her training and expertise, specifically working with neurodiverse individuals.
With over 30 years of experience in the field, Cheryl has become a trusted resource for those facing significant life changes. Cheryl has guided countless individuals through career shifts, young adulthood to adulthood, "empty nesting", divorce, relocation, loss and many other major life transitions.
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