Rosemary Maltese , LPC

Rosemary Maltese is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee with 11 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of life challenges. She works with people experiencing low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, codependency, adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) issues, shame, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, career and life-stage transitions, high sensitivity (HSP trait), and parenting concerns. With an emphasis in marriage and family therapy, she recognizes the influence of family of origin on present difficulties and uses a systems perspective when working with couples and families.

Her clinical style combines compassionate, person-focused care with solution-focused interventions and cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients set goals and move through obstacles. She also adopts a strengths-based approach, helping clients identify existing resources and build practical strategies for coping and growth. Rosemary aims to provide a nonjudgmental space where people can explore new territory, pursue healing, and reconnect with purpose and joy. She offers encouragement, practical tools, and tailored support aligned with each person's goals and circumstances, and she is accepting clients in Tennessee.

Therapeutic approaches available through online care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, accepting environment where the therapist follows the client's lead to explore feelings and values. This approach is especially helpful for work on self-esteem, life transitions, and building insight into personal needs.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. It provides practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and everyday coping challenges through structured techniques and goal-oriented work.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can assist people who experience strong emotions, relationship difficulties, or challenges with anger and impulsivity.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rosemary works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt methods based on individual needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging add flexibility and accessibility. These formats make it easier to schedule sessions around busy lives, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and practice skills between meetings. Licensed professionals can use these modalities to deliver tailored approaches that fit daily routines and personal circumstances.