Cheryl Checkers

Cheryl Checkers is a dedicated therapist who is passionate about supporting adolescents, adults, and their families on the autism spectrum. Operating from a neurodiverse framework, her primary objective is to empower clients to thrive by aligning their lives with their unique strengths, values, and aspirations. Understanding that clients are the experts of their own experiences, Cheryl is committed to assisting them in uncovering their strengths while developing effective strategies to navigate the challenges of being on the spectrum. Her areas of expertise include dual diagnosis of autism and co-occurring mental health conditions, late diagnosis of autism, as well as providing support for adolescents and adults facing a new autism diagnosis. Cheryl holds advanced certifications in Autism, Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma. Utilizing strength-based therapeutic approaches, she employs tailored techniques aimed at meeting the distinct mental health needs of individuals with autism, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, meltdown management, and recovery from autistic burnout. Additionally, she serves as a clinical consultant on the dual diagnosis of autism and mental health at the Florida Atlantic University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) and is the President of the Board of the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Palm Beach County (NAMI).