Dr. Lori Malkasian, LMFT

Dr. Lori Malkasian, Psy.D., LMFT, brings 20 years of professional experience supporting adolescents, adults, and families through life’s more difficult transitions. She holds a Psy.D., which is a Doctor of Psychology degree, and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who draws on clinical training to help clients identify practical ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship challenges.

Her work often focuses on adolescents navigating school, social pressures, and the complexity of growing up in a digital world, as well as adults coping with parenting demands, family conflict, and major life changes. She offers a perspective that helps people see patterns in their relationships and behaviors, then develops more effective strategies to address them. Areas of practice include social skills, school-related difficulties, anger management, family problems, and parenting support.

Dr. Malkasian emphasizes collaboration, inviting clients and caregivers to work together to clarify goals and try approaches that fit each person’s needs. She is experienced in helping families get back on track and in guiding teens and adults toward clearer communication and improved coping skills. She provides services in English and accepts both domestic and international clients.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Dr. Lori Malkasian integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support clients in an online setting. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s perspective and creating a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where clients explore their values and goals - this approach is helpful for building self-esteem, improving relationships, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to practice new coping strategies, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. Dr. Malkasian collaborates with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then tailors methods so therapy feels relevant and achievable. This collaborative process helps determine which techniques to try and how to adapt them for online sessions.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, to maintain continuity during life changes, and to access licensed professionals from different locations. The remote format supports consistent progress while allowing therapists and clients to focus on strategies that meet each person’s unique situation.