Lorinda Wente , LCPC

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lorinda Wente

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, empathetic partnership in which the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports personal growth; it is useful for building self-esteem, exploring identity, and addressing relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to improve day-to-day functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for regulating intense emotions, managing stress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for people struggling with overwhelming feelings or frequent conflicts.

Lorinda approaches finding the right method as a collaborative process. She will work with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences and then recommend or combine approaches that fit the person’s situation and pace. The plan is adjusted over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during life transitions. These formats offer flexibility for those balancing work, caregiving, or geographic constraints, while allowing licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, ongoing support.