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Online therapist

Genna Lo Presti

Relational, pragmatic care for life and parenting concerns

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Credentials
LCSW
Experience
22 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Genna

Genna Lo Presti uses a blend of practical, relational therapies to help people untangle painful patterns. She is a licensed clinical social worker who pulls from approaches such as cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-focused thinking. Her style is straightforward and warm.

She listens closely and offers clear steps to try between sessions. People often come because they feel stuck, anxious, overwhelmed, or drained by relationship struggles.

Background and approach

Genna frames problems in everyday terms and looks at how life circumstances, past hurts, and current habits keep someone stuck. Sessions focus on making small changes that can ease daily stress and improve how someone relates to others. She trained in social work and has practiced for 22 years in psychiatric and behavioral health settings.

That background shaped a flexible approach - sometimes short-term skills work, sometimes deeper relational exploration. Genna draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, emotionally focused ideas, attachment-based work, and client-centered listening. Her work often addresses mood concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, body image and eating issues, and stress related to caregiving or major life changes.

She also helps with intimacy and relationship concerns, anger, and self-esteem struggles. Genna uses plain language and occasional humor to reduce tension and build trust. She sees each person in the context of their life and relationships.

Sessions move at a pace set by the person seeking help. Practical tools and clearer understanding are typical outcomes people aim for when working together.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting ruled by them and learn values-based steps to take despite discomfort. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress from life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relational patterns show up in current relationships and focuses on building safer, more supported ways of connecting. This can help with intimacy struggles and ongoing relationship distress. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person in the room, using empathic listening and respect to help someone find their own solutions; it supports self-esteem and emotional processing.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. That collaborative conversation guides whether sessions focus more on skills, on relationship patterns, or on emotional exploration.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options offer flexibility for busy schedules and make it easier to keep continuity when life gets in the way. Many people find that having several ways to connect helps them stay engaged and apply what they practice between sessions.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She works with a broad range of issues including addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, eating and body image concerns, parenting and family matters, intimacy and relationship difficulties, ADHD, and caregiving stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is warm, straightforward, and collaborative. She combines client-centered listening with practical strategies from cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based methods.
How long has she practiced?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working in psychiatric and behavioral health settings, with a mix of short-term and longer-term work.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - licensed in Florida with license number FL LCSW SW11266.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions may take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are costs and starting set up handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on availability.

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Experience
22 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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