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Dr. Cheryl Affrunti

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Greetings and welcome! My name is Cheryl Lee Affrunti (I go by “Lee”), and I am a Florida-based clinical psychologist with more than 13 years of experience assisting clients of all ages. I have been privileged to work with clients struggling with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, bipolar disorder, ASD, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, schizoaffective disorder, learning disabilities, parenting problems, and relationship concerns. I am especially honored to have helped veterans, first responders, and others experiencing the harmful effects of physical and emotional trauma.

As a person-centered therapist, I believe you deserve to be treated with empathy, respect, dignity, and compassion. I offer a judgment-free zone where you can count on my commitment to provide a safe and welcoming environment during our time together. I don’t profess to have the specific answers you seek, but I fervently believe you have those answers within you, and I will focus our time together by listening to you and helping you discover your richest and most meaningful path forward. My theoretical orientation is based primarily on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and includes cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness-based, and solution-oriented approaches depending on your unique challenges, preferences, and situation.

I appreciate the courage it took for you to reach out to someone to improve the quality of your life. Yes, you absolutely can live your most meaningful and fulfilling life, and I offer to you my services as your guide who will strive to enlighten, empower, and support you on your journey. I hope we can travel this part of your journey together!

Years Experience: 14
Location: Florida, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1194128389
Credentials: IL LCP 071.008912, FL Psychologist PY10454
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: Psychologist (Florida) #PY10454 exp 2026-05-31 • LCP (Illinois) #071.008912 exp 2026-09-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Bipolar, Depression, ADHD, Addictions, LGBT, Relationship, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Female therapist, Gay, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti

Compassionate psychologist guiding meaningful life change
  • 14 years’ experience
  • Works with trauma & anxiety
  • Phone, video, chat

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About

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti, who often goes by “Lee,” is a Florida-based clinical psychologist with 14 years of experience working with clients across the lifespan. She has supported people facing a wide array of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stressful life transitions, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, schizoaffective disorder, learning disabilities, parenting difficulties, and relationship concerns.

Her work has also included helping veterans, first responders, and others affected by physical and emotional trauma. As a person-centered clinician, Dr. Affrunti emphasizes empathy, respect, dignity, and compassion, creating a judgment-free setting where clients can feel welcomed and heard.

Dr. Affrunti does not position herself as the holder of every answer; rather she trusts that clients hold vital insight and works to listen closely and help uncover meaningful directions forward. Her primary theoretical orientation is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supplemented as needed with cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, mindfulness-based, and solution-oriented techniques tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.

She is licensed to practice as a psychologist in both Illinois and Florida (licenses IL LCP 071.008912 and FL Psychologist PY10454). Dr. Affrunti appreciates the courage it takes to seek support and offers her services as a guide who aims to enlighten, empower, and support clients as they pursue a more meaningful and fulfilling life. She looks forward to joining clients on that part of their journey.

Location: Florida, United States
Years Experience: 14
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LCP 071.008912, FL Psychologist PY10454
  • NPI Number: 1194128389
  • License: Psychologist (Florida) #PY10454 exp 2026-05-31 • LCP (Illinois) #071.008912 exp 2026-09-30

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How much experience does Dr. Cheryl Affrunti have?

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti has 14 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Cheryl Affrunti a licensed therapist?

Yes, Dr. Cheryl Affrunti is licensed to practice as a psychologist in Illinois and Florida (licenses IL LCP 071.008912 and FL Psychologist PY10454).

In which languages does Dr. Cheryl Affrunti provide therapy?

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Cheryl Affrunti located?

Dr. Cheryl Affrunti is located in Florida.

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You can work with Dr. Cheryl Affrunti through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

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