Lori Centineo , LCSW

Lori Centineo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 10 years of professional experience supporting individuals, families, couples and children through life transitions and emotional challenges. She earned her Master of Social Work at The University of Albany and began her career as an elementary school teacher before returning to graduate school to pursue a more direct helping role. That background in education informs her patient, clear communication and her focus on practical, developmentally appropriate strategies.

Lori has worked in outpatient settings addressing depression, anxiety, grief, anger, family dynamics, trauma and the stresses of major life changes. She brings a warm, empathetic manner that helps people feel accepted and understood while they explore difficult topics. Lori sees therapy as a collaborative process in which the client leads the work, because each person is the expert on their own life.

She practices using a range of evidence-informed approaches including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and tailors techniques to match each person s needs, strengths and personality. Lori also brings experience addressing concerns such as parenting, addiction, ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue and issues related to intimacy and jealousy. She provides services in English and brings a steady, practical focus to help clients move toward their goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where the therapist follows the client s lead, helping people build insight and self-directed change; it is useful for clients facing life transitions, low self-esteem or relational concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill building, making it effective for anxiety, depression and stress management. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-focused awareness and acceptance techniques that can reduce reactivity and support coping with trauma, grief and emotional overwhelm.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lori works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, needs and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in shaping their care rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and ongoing responsibilities. These options allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing support, coaching and skill development from different locations while maintaining regular contact that supports steady progress.