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Lorinda Stark , LCSW
Tennessee
LCSW - Anxiety and stress support
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- ACT strategies
- Motivational interviewing
About Lorinda
Lorinda Stark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Tennessee with six years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, addiction concerns, ADHD, and major life changes.
She focuses on clear, practical steps clients can try between sessions. Conversations are direct and focused on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits. She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and other approaches to test new ways of responding to problems.
In sessions she listens to what matters most and helps set concrete goals. That can include breaking down big problems into smaller tasks, practicing new skills, and tracking progress over time. Sessions also address caregiver stress, aging and geriatric concerns, and end-of-life or hospice related issues when those are relevant.
She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas to help people clarify values and take committed action, and motivational interviewing to support changes like reducing substance use or improving daily routines. Client-centered methods guide how she holds the conversation, keeping it focused on the client’s priorities.
Her background includes work with trauma, abuse, codependency, domestic violence, hoarding, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and veteran-related concerns. People who prefer a structured, skills-based approach with practical homework often find this style useful.
To get started, follow the site’s process to match and schedule an initial session and note that services are provided in Tennessee and in English.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors through small experiments and practice. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, OCD patterns, and stress-related problems by teaching concrete skills and homework tasks.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name what matters to them and take actions in line with those values, even when difficult feelings are present. Client-centered methods keep the conversation focused on the client's priorities and perspectives, while motivational interviewing supports readiness for change when someone wants to alter habits like substance use.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk about options, try techniques, and adjust based on the client's goals and preferences. That makes it possible to blend methods, for example combining CBT skill practice with ACT values work, if that fits the situation.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not listed on the profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about specific session formats and length when you schedule so arrangements match your routine and technical setup.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using CBT ideas alongside ACT and motivational interviewing to test new responses and build routines.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has six years of professional social work experience supporting people with trauma, caregiver stress, and behavior change goals.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and provides services based in that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session formats handled?
Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified on the profile.
How are fees and subscriptions managed?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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