Dr. Cheryl Affrunti , LCP

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti, who goes by Lee, is a Florida-based clinical psychologist with 14 years of experience supporting people across the lifespan. She has worked with individuals facing a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD and other trauma-related difficulties, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, autism spectrum challenges, schizoaffective disorder, learning differences, relationship and parenting problems, and struggles with sleep, eating, and substance use. Her work has also included many veterans and first responders coping with the effects of physical and emotional trauma.

Grounded in a person-centered stance, Dr. Affrunti emphasizes empathy, respect, and compassion in the therapeutic relationship. She creates a nonjudgmental space where clients' perspectives are heard and explored, and she approaches therapy as a collaborative process that helps individuals uncover their own answers and identify meaningful directions forward. She holds the LCP credential - a licensed clinical psychologist designation that reflects formal training and state licensing to practice clinical psychology.

Her clinical orientation draws primarily on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness-based, and solution-oriented methods to match each person’s unique needs and preferences. Dr. Affrunti frames her role as a guide who aims to empower, clarify values, and support clients as they navigate life transitions and work toward a richer, more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify personal values and learn ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful actions. It is often used for anxiety, depression, trauma-related struggles, and life transitions where values-driven change matters. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the therapeutic relationship; it supports self-exploration, self-esteem, and relational or identity concerns by allowing clients to lead the pace and focus of work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical strategies commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday stressors.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy itself. Dr. Affrunti works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods fit each person’s goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts techniques as therapy progresses to find the most helpful path forward.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging that make it easier to access care from home or other convenient locations. These formats support consistent engagement, scheduling convenience, and a range of communication styles so clients and therapists can focus on meaningful progress.