Cristina Lorefice, BACP

Cristina Lorefice is a United Kingdom based therapist with 16 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, eating and body image concerns, and challenges with self-esteem. She also works with issues such as abandonment, caregiving stress, substance use, communication and commitment problems, domestic violence, and the emotional impact of illness and family conflict. Cristina communicates in both English and Italian and is available to work with clients in the UK and internationally.

Cristina holds BACP credentials, indicating membership in the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and brings a compassionate, sensitive approach to each person she sees. Her practice emphasizes a fluid, holistic style that adapts to individual needs; she draws on client-centered principles to create a supportive atmosphere, uses cognitive behavioral techniques to address patterns of thinking and behavior, and incorporates mindfulness-informed work to help people manage distress and develop awareness.

She aims to tailor dialogue and treatment plans to each client so that therapy reflects their circumstances and goals. Cristina frames the work as collaborative and empowering, encouraging clients to take the courageous steps toward greater wellbeing. She welcomes those ready to begin the process and looks forward to supporting them on that journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist prioritizes the individual's perspective and works to create a safe space for exploration; this approach is helpful for building self-understanding, improving self-esteem, and navigating relational concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns through practical tools and exercises, and it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and eating-related issues. Mindfulness therapy introduces present-moment awareness and acceptance practices to reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which can be beneficial for stress, intrusive thoughts, and ongoing anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cristina collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what is working and adapt the plan as progress unfolds, keeping the work flexible and client-led.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and access across different locations. These formats let people attend sessions from home, balance therapy with work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care when travel or relocation occurs, all while working with licensed professionals and therapists to pursue meaningful change.