Lorraine Schaefers
Family-focused therapist who listens and guides
- Credentials
- LMFT
- Experience
- 13 years
- Licensed in
- New Jersey, New York
- Languages
- English
- Format
- Online sessions
About Lorraine
Lorraine Schaefers is a licensed marriage and family therapist who focuses on family and parenting concerns as well as relationships and everyday stress. She speaks plainly and listens closely so parents and partners can talk through what matters most. Her approach aims to ease anxiety, reduce conflict, and help people cope with loss or big life changes.
She brings 13 years of hands-on experience working with people facing relationship problems, communication breakdowns, and feelings of isolation or loneliness.
Background and approach
Lorraine works with couples and families to improve how they relate and to rebuild connection after hurt. She also supports people handling grief and transitions in life. Sessions are shaped to fit each person's situation rather than following a one-size-fits-all plan.
Lorraine tailors conversations and practical strategies to what a family or relationship actually needs. She focuses on clear goals and small steps that can make daily life easier. Her license is LMFT, and she is licensed in New Jersey.
Lorraine treats clients with respect and sensitivity and keeps the pace set by the family or individual. She emphasizes collaboration and steady progress. If a parent or partner wants a calmer home, better communication, or help getting through a loss, Lorraine offers straightforward support and tools to move forward.
How practical approaches translate to online family support
Many therapists use evidence-based techniques that focus on clear change. One common approach helps families and couples improve communication by teaching simple skills for listening and speaking without blame. This method breaks arguments into manageable steps and aims to reduce repeated fights.Another useful technique focuses on coping with grief and life changes by building routines and small daily practices. It supports people in naming feelings, making space for them, and identifying activities that restore energy and connection. These methods are helpful for anxiety, loss, and transitions that affect family life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lorraine will collaborate with each person or family to figure out which techniques fit their goals and comfort level. The plan is adjusted over time based on what helps most, with the client guiding the pace and priorities.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions around parenting schedules, work commitments, and household routines. They also let therapists check in between visits when needed, helping families keep progress moving forward.
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Specialties and expertise
Top specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Experience
- 13 years
- Licensed
- New Jersey, New York
- Languages
- English
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