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Lori Centineo, LCSW

  • Experience10 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Lori

Lori Centineo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who focuses on supporting people navigating stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, intimacy-related concerns, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Background and approach

She brings a background in elementary education and a decade of clinical practice to address these concerns with practical experience and empathy. Her style emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person's expertise about their own life.

Lori draws on client-centered principles to create an accepting space, and she integrates structured tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques when helpful. Motivational interviewing and Imago relationship ideas also inform her work with couples and individuals to strengthen communication and goal-directed change.

Clients can expect Lori to tailor interventions to their needs, blending supportive listening with evidence-informed strategies. She values partnership in therapy and adapts pacing and methods to match a person's goals, readiness, and preferences while drawing on ten years of experience in outpatient settings.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Client-centered therapy centers the person's experience, prioritizing empathy, validation, and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's lead in setting goals and pacing. This approach is well suited to people seeking a supportive, strengths-based environment for issues like depression, grief, or relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and many coping challenges. Mindfulness therapy complements CBT by teaching present-moment awareness and stress-management skills that help with emotional regulation and compassion fatigue.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. Lori will work with clients to determine which methods best fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging adds flexibility for scheduling, reduces travel time, and allows different modes of communication to match comfort levels and daily routines. These options can make it easier to maintain consistency in care while tailoring format and techniques to each person's needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Lori commonly address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, bipolar concerns, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, plus additional focus on intellectual disability and jealousy.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach and style?
The approach is collaborative and client-centered, pairing empathic listening with practical strategies. Lori blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and Imago-informed techniques depending on each person's needs.
What is her professional background and experience?
She has ten years of clinical experience and previously worked as an elementary school teacher before completing a Master of Social Work. That background informs a practical, relational style in outpatient settings.
Where is Lori licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the New York license NY LCSW 087513-1 and practices from New York.
Does she offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are conducted in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does she provide online?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Intellectual disabilityJealousy

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Imago Relationship TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English

What Lori can help with

Lori Centineo works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and depression.

Lori works with adults, children, families, and couples.

How Lori approaches therapy

Lori's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Imago Relationship Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Lori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York, with 10 years of clinical experience.