Cheryl graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1993. She has been part of the TOI PT department since its inception in October 2006. Cheryl has continued her education by taking multiple courses over the years, focusing on manual techniques. She has a special interest in myofascial release and cranial sacral therapy.

Cheryl has two daughters and one granddaughter. She enjoys yoga, weight lifting, mountain biking, gardening, learning Spanish, and spending time with friends and family. Most recently, she has taken up POI fire dancing.