- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- CBT and DBT methods
About Loretta
Loretta Samenga is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with six years of experience. She works with adults managing stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and depression. She also addresses family of origin concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, and adoption and foster care questions.
Her sessions focus on practical problem solving and clearer everyday coping. She uses straightforward conversation to identify patterns that started in childhood and still affect current relationships and behavior. The aim is to help people notice recurring roles and expectations from their family of origin and try different ways of responding.
Loretta draws on client-centered methods to keep the conversation focused on the person's experience. She incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques to test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical behavior strategies and mindfulness practices are used to build emotional regulation and present-moment skills.
In practice she helps people break cycles such as codependency, control issues, and communication problems. She also supports those dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress, body image concerns, and substance-related difficulties. Sessions tend to combine talk work with concrete exercises and skills practice.
Loretta trained and worked within New York settings before offering independent services. Her approach is collaborative - she works with each person to set goals and measure progress. Sessions are conducted in English and are suited to adults looking to understand how their family background still shapes their choices.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting the person's experience. It helps people clarify what matters to them and decide on practical next steps, which can reduce confusion and increase confidence.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses clear exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and change behaviors that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety and low mood.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for regulating intense emotions and improving communication. It is especially useful for managing strong emotional swings and high-conflict reactions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with each person and pick methods that fit the client’s goals and everyday life. Decisions are made together, and approaches can shift as needs change.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into work and family schedules, keeping appointments consistent, and working on skills between meetings. Ask what formats are offered when you schedule a first session.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, and depression, and also addresses related family of origin topics.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a conversational, client-centered style that looks at present experience and past family patterns to create practical coping plans.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of clinical experience working with adults in New York settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices in New York.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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