Dr. Lori Malkasian , LMFT

Dr. Lori Malkasian brings two decades of clinical experience to her work with adolescents and adults, combining doctoral training in counseling with a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist credential. She earned a Psy.D. in counseling - a professional doctorate focused on clinical practice - and holds the LMFT license (SC LMFT 4711), which reflects specialized training in relational and family-centered care.

She works with individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, anger, parenting struggles, relationship and family conflict, trauma, grief, addiction concerns, attention differences, and issues related to adoption and blended families. Her approach emphasizes understanding each person within the context of their relationships and life transitions, helping them develop clearer perspectives and more effective coping strategies.

Dr. Malkasian often supports parents navigating the complexities of adolescence, helping teens and their families address social skills, school difficulties, emotional regulation, and communication problems. Whether addressing acute stressors or longer-term patterns such as family-of-origin issues or grief, she aims to offer practical guidance and a steady, collaborative presence that helps people move toward healthier functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Lori Malkasian integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally-focused therapy to tailor care to each person she works with. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship so individuals can explore their feelings and find their own solutions - it is especially helpful for people needing empathetic listening and validation. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) examines patterns of thought and behavior and offers practical tools to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Emotionally-focused therapy (EFT) concentrates on improving emotional connection in relationships and can be effective for couples and family dynamics where attachment and communication are central concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Malkasian works collaboratively with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their preferences, and adjust strategies as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment aligns with the client's needs and values.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, and varying comfort levels with in-person care. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent support, adapt session styles to individual needs, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across life transitions.