N. Cherie Nassi

Cherie has over 10 years experience working with individuals and their families. She started her career with oncology patients, individuals with chronic pain and illness, and palliative care. She now has opened her private practice to include postpartum parents, adults with various life and job transitions and COVID related stressors. Cherie is non-discriminatory and inclusive of all social identity groups, faiths, and sexual orientations.

Cherie's therapeutic approach is influenced by many years working in psycho-oncology and multi-disciplinary communities such as UCLA, The Cancer Support Community and St. John’s Health Center. Her style is warm, direct, and genuine. She care's deeply about keeping the therapeutic relationship collaborative and safe. Cherie is passionate about helping her clients develop a richer understanding of themselves. Changing old ill equipped patterns in pursuit of a more meaningful and fulfilling life is at the core of her work. Supporting individuals and their loved ones while addressing important life issues and transitions is her goal. Cherie creates an inclusive environment, she empowers individuals to fee safe, respected, engaged, motivated and valued. Cherie's therapeutic environment is one that allows the individual to express themselves while creating a stronger connection between physical and mental health.

Cherie started her career in the Department of Children and Family Services then moved to Palisades Charter High School. She then transitioned to the Cancer Support Community, then on to UCLA Simms/Mann Center for Integrated Oncology. Cherie returned to the Cancer support Community and established a support group for individuals and caregivers at St. John's Hospital in Santa Monica. She currently works with individuals, caregivers and families in her private practice.

Cherie has an office in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. She is available M-F and has opening for remote sessions.