Dr. Lori Malkasian , LMFT

Dr. Lori Malkasian holds a Psy.D. in counseling, which is a Doctor of Psychology degree, and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). She has spent 20 years supporting adolescents and adults through difficult life moments and complex emotional concerns. Her training and experience help her offer practical strategies and an outside perspective that can clarify what is happening in a client’s life and open pathways to more effective coping.

Dr. Malkasian focuses on work with teenagers as well as adults, addressing common issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, social skills challenges, and school-related problems. She also supports families and parents who are trying to find better ways to communicate and manage parenting challenges. Recognizing how technology shapes adolescent life, she helps young people navigate the pressures that come with growing up in a digitally connected world.

Her approach is collaborative and solution-focused, helping clients and families identify realistic strategies to manage emotions, improve relationships, and get daily life back on track. Parents seeking guidance are invited to work together with her to strengthen family routines and communication. Dr. Malkasian aims to provide thoughtful, experienced care that meets each client where they are and helps them move forward.

How Dr. Malkasian Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Dr. Lori Malkasian uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective and strengths guide the work; this approach helps people feel heard and supported while they explore goals and decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is also central to her practice and focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits and developing practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change behaviors. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) informs her work with relationships and family concerns by helping people name and process emotions and improve emotional bonds and communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Malkasian collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. She draws from these approaches flexibly so the plan evolves with the client’s progress.

Online therapy with Dr. Malkasian is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing greater flexibility for busy schedules and for people who live far from in-person options. These formats make it easier to fit consistent care into daily life while accessing licensed professionals and therapists who can support emotional and relational challenges.