- Person-focused
- Practical steps
- English and Italian
About Cristina
Cristina Lorefice is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression and difficulties around relationships and eating. She communicates in English and Italian and brings 16 years of professional experience to her work. Cristina is registered with the BACP, which is shown as BACP in her credentials.
She uses an adaptable, person-focused way of working. Sessions usually begin by listening to what matters most to the client. From there she and the client plan small, practical steps to test and build on change.
Cristina draws on Client-Centred Therapy to create a respectful, non-judgemental space. She also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Mindfulness ideas are woven in to support awareness of feelings and bodily experience.
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns beyond the main areas listed, including codependency, body image, caregiver stress, communication and control issues, addiction, bereavement linked to illness such as cancer, divorce and domestic violence. She aims to tailor work to each person rather than offering a fixed package.
Sessions follow a conversational style and focus on workable strategies and clearer choices. Cristina describes the process as collaborative - she listens, offers ideas, and helps clients try things between sessions. That practical emphasis is intended to help people make steady progress toward goals.
How Cristina’s approaches translate to online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience and offering acceptance and respect. It is useful when someone wants a steady, listening presence to help them make sense of feelings and choices. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy looks at the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and uses short exercises to test new ways of responding; it often helps with anxiety, low mood and unhelpful coping patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Cristina will work with each person to decide which methods fit best for their goals and preferences. That might mean starting with a listening-focused person-centred approach, then adding CBT techniques or mindfulness practices as needed.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing appointments from different locations. It can also make brief check-ins simpler and allow for different ways of working, such as talking through practical exercises or using mindful awareness between sessions. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Credentials
Listed on profile
Languages
English, Italian
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Cristina help with?
She works with common issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, eating problems, low self-esteem and depression, plus related areas like codependency and body image.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-centred and conversational. She listens first, then suggests practical steps and exercises to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience working with a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns.
What credential or registration does she hold in the UK?
Her listed credential is BACP, shown as BACP in her profile information.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Italian.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with Cristina?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.