About Lorinda
Lorinda (Lori) Kniess is a Florida LMHC with 15 years of experience working with adults. She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, LGBT concerns, and family of origin issues. She also addresses attachment and abandonment worries and problems that come from blended families and caregiver stress.
She takes a straightforward, person-focused approach in sessions. Lori listens to what matters now and helps people name patterns that started in the family they grew up in. She uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help people notice thoughts, feelings, and habitual reactions.
Lori also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered methods to help people clarify values and make small changes aligned with those values. Motivational interviewing is part of her work when people want help shifting behaviors, such as substance use or other maladaptive coping strategies. Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps rather than abstract theory.
Many clients come to her because they recognize patterns from childhood still shaping relationships today. In that work she talks through communication problems, codependency, and control issues, and helps people name how family roles affect choices in adulthood. She also supports people facing divorce, separation, or the stresses of caregiving.
Sessions are offered in English and delivered in ways described during intake. Prospective clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session and learn about session arrangements and costs.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without fighting them and then focus on actions that match their values; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and lingering family patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and provides concrete strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors, which can help with mood, anxiety, and addictive behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an open conversation where the therapist follows the person's concerns and reflects what they say to deepen understanding.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lori will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She tailors sessions from those approaches, checking in about what helps and adjusting the focus over time.
Session formats are described during intake, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also reduce barriers when someone prefers not to be on camera or needs a lower-bandwidth option. The scheduling and subscription details are provided during the matching and sign-up process.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, low self-esteem, LGBT concerns, and family of origin issues, plus related topics like attachment and abandonment.
What is her therapy style?
She uses a direct, person-centered style focused on practical tools and clear steps to change unhelpful patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with adults and with children and families in prior roles.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Florida LMHC and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she see international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are used?
Confirm current session format options before booking by completing the intake steps; session arrangements are shared when scheduling.
How are fees handled and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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