Dr. Lori Malkasian , LMFT

Dr. Lori Malkasian holds a Psy.D. in counseling and is an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - bringing 20 years of clinical experience to her work. She approaches challenges with a practical, collaborative mindset and aims to help people develop clearer strategies for handling stressful or overwhelming situations. She believes an outside perspective can often illuminate patterns and options that are difficult to see from the inside.

Her practice focuses on adolescents and adults, with particular attention to issues such as depression, anxiety, and anger problems. She also works with social skills and school-related concerns, and she supports families navigating the complexities that come with parenting in a technology-driven world. Dr. Malkasian helps teens and their caregivers find practical ways to manage behavior, improve communication, and restore more constructive family routines.

Recognizing that parenting is one of the most demanding roles, she partners with families to identify strengths and build manageable plans to get relationships back on track. Dr. Malkasian welcomes the opportunity to help people gain understanding and to work through difficult life challenges with focused, compassionate support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dr. Lori Malkasian integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor support to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a nonjudgmental space so clients can explore their experiences and find their own solutions - it is often helpful for building self-esteem and processing life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical tools to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Dr. Malkasian works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and challenges. She partners with clients to adjust strategies over time so the work stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect from different locations, while still working with a trained therapist to address emotional and practical concerns.