Rita Dellatore , LCSW

Rita Dellatore, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings 27 years of experience working with individuals and families across a range of settings. She encourages people to recognize the courage it takes to seek help and partners with those who are motivated to create meaningful change in their lives. Rita emphasizes a collaborative, team-based approach that builds on each person’s strengths while teaching practical coping skills to navigate stressors and life transitions.

Known for her authenticity and non-judgmental manner, Rita focuses on strengthening self-esteem, confidence, and resilience. She has extensive experience addressing social struggles, anxiety, depression, and past trauma, and she works with clients to process both current challenges and long-standing obstacles. Rita takes pride in learning each person’s story and in helping them move toward healthier patterns and a fuller sense of well-being.

Working with Rita involves honest conversation and a commitment to growth. She is most effective with individuals who are willing to explore their true selves and to engage in the skills-building work that supports recovery and lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Rita Dellatore draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment to each person. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while identifying personal values to guide meaningful action - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and problems with motivation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and a non-judgmental stance so clients can explore their own solutions and build self-worth - it often supports work on self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets patterns of thinking and behavior, teaching practical skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning, which can help with anxiety, depression, and coping skills.

Finding the best approach is part of the collaborative process. Rita works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting techniques over time so therapy matches each person’s needs and pace.

Online sessions offer flexibility and easier access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into a busy life, connect across distances including international locations, and continue momentum between in-person visits by keeping contact with licensed professionals and therapists readily available.