Lorinda Stark , LCSW

Lorinda Stark is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. She speaks directly and calmly, and aims to make conversations feel simple and clear. Parents reading on a phone will find short, straightforward language and a warm focus on practical steps.

She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, and motivational interviewing to build plans that fit each person. Sessions typically look at current thoughts and habits, then try small experiments to test different ways of coping. The work is focused on what a person wants to change and what feels doable right now.

With six years of experience as a Tennessee LCSW, she has worked with concerns ranging from grief and trauma to compassion fatigue and addiction. Lorinda also supports people dealing with aging and caregiver stress, hoarding, hospice and end-of-life issues, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors. She brings practical strategies rather than abstract theory.

In sessions she emphasizes listening first, then helping people set clear, manageable goals. Progress is tracked through simple tasks and check-ins rather than long lectures. The tone is encouraging and down-to-earth.

Therapy is offered in English and delivered remotely by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session based on availability.

How her approaches work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them and then take actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and decisions about life direction. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors through small experiments, which can help with anxiety, depression, obsessions, and compulsive habits. Client-centered therapy centers on listening and reflecting back what a person says, creating space to clarify feelings and priorities.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will listen to a person's goals and preferences and then suggest whether CBT, ACT, client-centered work, or motivational interviewing will be most useful. This is a collaborative process where plans are adjusted as progress is made.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical flexibility. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or when bandwidth is low. Live chat and text messaging are helpful for quick check-ins, homework support, or steady contact between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life while keeping the focus on clear steps and measurable goals.