Our Mission
Established in 2024 by Cheryl, Healing Horizons Therapy is a family-owned practice built on more than thirty years of clinical experience and a belief that meaningful change is a journey we all navigate in our own way. We walk alongside our clients with compassion, understanding, and practical guidance as they strengthen their foundations, develop healthier patterns, and move toward greater well-being.
Currently, we provide specialized teletherapy for individuals navigating autism spectrum disorder, trauma, and other life challenges. As Healing Horizons grows, our vision is to expand beyond the traditional therapy setting through Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, creating a peaceful environment where the connection between people, animals, and nature can become part of the healing process.
Our long-term dream is to establish a therapeutic farm where clients can step away from the distractions of everyday life and experience therapy in a setting designed to foster connection, reflection, growth, and healing. We envision Healing Horizons as more than a place to talk about change—it will be a place where people can experience it, practice it, and grow toward the life they want to build.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Cheryl and Matt Leading with Expertise
Drawing on three decades of clinical experience, Cheryl established Healing Horizons Therapy in 2024 with a vision to provide a more modern, personalized approach to mental health care. Recognizing the need to continually evolve how therapy is delivered, she partnered with her son, Matt, a 2024 graduate of Virginia Tech’s Pamplin College of Business, to build a family-led practice that blends clinical expertise with thoughtful innovation.
Together, they are creating a practice where deep professional experience meets a contemporary, compassionate approach to care—one that recognizes every client’s journey is unique and strives to provide the guidance, connection, and practical tools needed to create meaningful and lasting change.
Compassion
We approach every client with deep empathy and understanding, creating a safe space where you feel truly heard and supported.
Guided by Our Values
Evidence-Based Care
Our therapeutic methods are grounded in clinical research and proven practices to ensure you receive the most effective support possible.
Inclusivity
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and experiences, fostering a therapeutic environment where diversity is honored and celebrated.