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Cheryl Arutt
Dr. Cheryl Arutt, born on May 13, 1966, is a distinguished American clinical and forensic psychologist, as well as a media consultant. Before embarking on her psychological career, she enjoyed a successful run as a commercial, television, and film actress until 1991.
Dr. Arutt gained visibility as a co-host and a key member of the Behavior Bureau on HLN's "Dr. Drew On Call." She has lent her expertise as a psychological commentator on major networks, including ABC, Fox News Channel, HLN, and In Session.
Her entertainment career began at a young age, appearing in a Sara Lee cake commercial at just three years old, followed by numerous other commercials and a role in A.R. Gurney's teleplay adaptation of John Cheever's "O Youth and Beauty." Throughout her childhood, she starred in popular soap operas such as "Guiding Light," "All My Children," and "As the World Turns." She was recognized as the "queen of the After School Specials" for her significant roles in that genre and earned a Youth in Film Award nomination for her performance as an Amish girl in "Bobby and Sarah."
After more than two decades in front of the camera, Dr. Arutt transitioned to psychology, graduating summa cum laude from UCLA and earning her Doctor of Psychology degree from the California School of Professional Psychology. She developed the "Healing Together" program for couples affected by PTSD and specializes in helping creative professionals in the entertainment industry. As an expert commentator, Dr. Arutt has appeared on various international platforms, authored psychological insights, and serves as an expert witness and media consultant.
