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Catherine Lorino

Experienced clinician offering practical skills

LSCSW, LCSW Kansas

Experience
30 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Catherine

Catherine Lorino brings three decades of clinical social work experience to her practice, blending practical skill with an emphasis on evidence-informed techniques.

Background and approach

She draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Attachment-Based methods to help clients examine unhelpful thinking patterns, build coping skills, and strengthen relationships.

Her background spans community mental health, special education, and service in the United States Army, with deep experience in psychosocial assessment, working with special needs populations, and addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and severe and persistent mental illness.

Over the years she has supported people through parenting and family crises, post-traumatic stress, addictions, sleep and eating issues, mood disorders, and other life stressors. Catherine emphasizes collaborative, goal-oriented care that helps people find new perspectives and practical strategies for daily challenges.

She also brings experience training school-based teams and leading community education programs, reflecting a commitment to systems-level thinking alongside individual counseling.

Evidence-Informed Therapies Adapted for Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression; it often includes practical exercises and skill-building that translate well to remote sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to clarify personal values and develop psychological flexibility, helping with stress, mood challenges, and life transitions through mindfulness and committed action. Attachment-Based Therapy explores relational patterns and emotional bonds to improve interpersonal functioning and resolve family or relationship concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and may integrate elements from different methods to create a tailored plan that feels right for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing people to connect from home or while traveling. These formats support continuity of care and make it easier to fit regular sessions into busy schedules, while still focusing on practical skill development, relational work, and evidence-informed interventions.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and depression.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
Her practice uses evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Attachment-Based techniques to help clients develop coping skills, shift unhelpful patterns, and clarify values.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 30 years of experience working across community mental health, special education, and military settings, including extensive work on assessments and complex behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
She holds LSCSW and LCSW credentials with KS LSCSW LSCSW 2338 and MO LCSW 2019035021, and her practice is based in Kansas.
In which language can clients work with this therapist?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients as part of her practice.
What formats are available for sessions?
Clients can meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and scheduling.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issues

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Kansas, Missouri

Languages

English