Cheri Doval, LCSW

Cheri Doval is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of practice. She focuses on building a strong connection with each person first. Cheri aims to create a calm space where people can talk through stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship concerns.

She draws on several practical methods rather than one fixed tool. Cheri mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, EMDR, and mindfulness work to fit the situation. She tailors sessions to the problem at hand and to what the person finds most helpful.

Cheri often helps people dealing with life transitions, addiction concerns, and low self-esteem. She also focuses on issues related to adoption and foster care, divorce and separation, domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and post-traumatic stress. Veteran and Armed Forces issues, compassion fatigue, and women’s concerns are part of her practice as well.

Her style is attentive and direct. Cheri listens closely, reflects what she hears, and offers concrete steps people can try between sessions. She encourages small, realistic changes that fit into day-to-day life.

Cheri practices in Florida and works with English-speaking clients. She accepts international clients for remote work. To begin, she asks people to describe their main concern and goals so sessions match real needs.

Online approaches that match your needs

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and values, then take small steps toward what matters. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions tied to life purpose.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can help with depression, anxiety, and coping with change.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's goals and pace. The therapist listens closely and reflects what they hear, allowing people to lead the work while receiving steady support.

Finding the best approach is a team effort. Cheri will talk through options and adjust methods as needs and goals become clearer. She works collaboratively to pick techniques that fit each person's preferences and daily life.

Confirm the session formats available before booking, as current options are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time, which helps fit care into busy routines. Some formats can be shorter check-ins or sessions that don’t require video, which may suit someone with limited bandwidth or a tight schedule. Discuss practical arrangements when you set up the first appointment to find what works best.