- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Skill building
About Lorette
Lorette Cristino is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey. She focuses on helping people who feel stuck by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship strain, and life transitions. Her style is straightforward and supportive, aimed at making the first steps toward change feel manageable.
She asks questions and listens closely to understand what matters to each person. Sessions are a place to talk through difficult feelings and practical problems without judgment. Lorette emphasizes small, doable changes that build confidence and reduce overwhelm over time.
With 17 years of experience, she draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to match the needs of the individual. That means using approaches that fit the person and the problem rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. She also helps people tackle specific concerns such as codependency, attachment issues, or coping after separation.
Lorette works collaboratively to set clear, realistic goals. She helps people practice new ways of communicating and managing stress. Her aim is to support steady progress so daily life becomes easier to handle.
People who reach out can expect a calm, practical focus on solutions and skills. She encourages questions and checks in about what is working. The overall goal is increased confidence, clearer boundaries, and better coping when life shifts.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Many of the techniques Lorette uses are evidence-based and focus on clear skills and coping strategies. For example, skill-based approaches teach concrete tools for managing anxiety and stress, like breathing techniques, activity planning, and breaking problems into smaller steps. These methods help when daily stressors feel overwhelming or motivation is low.Another common approach emphasizes understanding relationship patterns and attachment. This work looks at how past relationships and early experiences shape current reactions, communication, and boundary setting. It can help people identify repeated patterns such as codependency and learn different ways to relate that feel healthier.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and comfort level. That means trying strategies, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together over time.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier and fit sessions into busy lives. It also can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins, and make follow-up between visits simpler. A conversation during the matching process will clarify what session options are offered and how they can fit into everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lorette help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include codependency, attachment issues, abandonment, and related topics.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is open and straightforward. Sessions focus on listening, practical skills, and step-by-step changes that reduce overwhelm.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of professional experience working with people facing stress, relationship strain, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and she is licensed in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently working with international clients. Sessions are offered within the regions she serves.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specifics during the matching process.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling 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.