- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Rita
Rita Dellatore is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 27 years of practice. She has worked in multiple settings and focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, family issues, eating concerns, and bipolar disorder.
Rita tends to work with people who are motivated to make changes and who want better out of life. She looks for honest, open engagement and treats therapy as a collaborative effort. Sessions focus on building on existing strengths and developing practical coping skills.
Her background includes long experience helping people with social struggles, anxiety, depression, and processing past trauma. She has supported clients through a range of life transitions and relationship-related stresses, including abandonment, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment issues, and divorce or separation.
Rita uses methods drawn from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. In practice this means helping clients notice thoughts and feelings, try practical behavior changes, and clarify values that guide decisions.
Sessions emphasize straightforward skill-building for confidence and self-esteem. Rita describes the work as team-based, focusing on concrete steps to manage symptoms and handle everyday stressors. People who prefer direct, practical conversation about next steps often find this style fits their needs.
Therapeutic approaches you may use in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It emphasizes identifying personal values and taking committed action toward those values, which can help when coping with life changes or persistent worry.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. It uses practical exercises to try out new ways of thinking and behaving, often helping with anxiety, depression, and stress management.
Client-Centered Therapy places attention on the person’s experience and uses reflective listening to clarify concerns and goals. This approach supports building confidence and deciding on concrete next steps.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That conversation is collaborative and can evolve as work proceeds.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, shorten commute time, or allow quieter surroundings when scheduling is limited. Discussing practicalities ahead of the first meeting helps align session length and frequency with everyday routines.
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, family issues, eating concerns, and bipolar disorder, among other areas.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
She uses a collaborative style that combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to build skills and clarify next steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 27 years of experience working in a variety of settings with individuals and families on many life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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