Larisa Citsay, LPC - Therapist in New Jersey

About Larisa

Larisa Citsay is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who guides people through stressful life moments. She practices in New Jersey and brings ten years of clinical experience to family and parenting concerns. She often meets adults who feel overwhelmed by parenting, relationship strain, anxiety, or anger.

Her work focuses on clear, practical steps. She helps clients set boundaries, handle conflict, and rebuild self-worth. Sessions emphasize short-term goals and skills that can be used between meetings.

Background and approach

Larisa uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational techniques. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts. Mindfulness builds awareness of strong emotions and reduces reactivity.

She also draws on choice theory to support decision-making and personal responsibility. That approach helps clients see options and choose actions that match their values. Together these methods aim to reduce anxiety, ease anger, and improve communication.

In the room she keeps things compassionate and straightforward. Parents and individuals leave with concrete steps and a clearer plan. The focus is on practical progress and building steady skills for everyday family life.

Practical approaches you can use online

Larisa commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying different actions to change feelings. This approach is useful for anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship patterns.

She also incorporates mindfulness practice to build awareness of emotions and reduce reactive responses. Mindfulness helps when anger or stress feels overwhelming and when parents want calmer responses with children.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Larisa works collaboratively to test methods and adjust them to a client's needs, goals, and preferences. She explains options and helps clients choose what feels most useful for their situation.

Online therapy with her uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow flexibility for busy parents and people with shifting schedules. They make it easier to follow up between sessions and practice new skills in real-life moments.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Larisa work with?

She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, along with anger and self-esteem challenges.

What is her general therapy style?

Her approach is practical and goal-focused, blending cognitive work, mindfulness, and motivational techniques to teach skills you can use daily.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has ten years of experience working with people on family, relationship, and emotional concerns.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - with license number NJ LPC 37PC00398700 and practices in New Jersey.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can she work with clients outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats do sessions come in?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, fill out a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Parenting issues

Also works with

Experience: 10 years
Licensed: New Jersey
Languages: English

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