Dr. Cheryl Affrunti , LCP

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti, who often goes by Lee, is a Florida-based licensed clinical psychologist with 14 years of experience supporting people across the lifespan. She brings a compassionate, person-centered stance to her work, meeting each individual with empathy, dignity, and respect while helping them address a wide range of concerns. Her clinical experience includes working with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, grief and intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, anger and self-esteem struggles, career transitions, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.

Dr. Affrunti has also worked with veterans and first responders affected by physical and emotional trauma, and with clients facing complex conditions such as PTSD and learning differences. She describes her approach as collaborative and nonjudgmental, believing that clients already carry many answers within themselves. As an LCP - a Licensed Clinical Psychologist - she blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, humanistic, and solution-focused methods to tailor care to each person s needs and preferences.

Committed to helping people move toward more meaningful, values-driven lives, Dr. Affrunti focuses on listening carefully, illuminating options, and supporting clients as they identify and pursue their most fulfilling path forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti uses evidence-informed methods that emphasize present-moment awareness, personal values, and practical strategies. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them and then take actions aligned with what matters most - it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, respect, and collaboration so clients can explore their own answers and build self-understanding - it supports relationship concerns, self-esteem work, and personal growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches concrete skills for managing symptoms - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related challenges.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Affrunti works collaboratively with each person to identify the best fit based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they may blend techniques and adapt strategies as progress unfolds.

Online sessions can take the form of video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit varied schedules and life demands. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while maintaining continuity of care and regular contact.