Patti is very easy to talk to and I feel great opening up with her.
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English and Tagalog
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
I'm a first-time user of betterhelp and I'm grateful that my first therapist, Ma'am Patti, has been a great match for me. She's an excellent listener and therapist. She gives me homework that I can do and practice daily to improve my mental health. Also, communicating in English and Tagalog makes our sessions comfortable and easier. Thank you, Ma'am Patti!
More about Maria
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
**45 Minutes Can Change Your Week — 12 Weeks Can Change Your Life**
Welcome. If you’re here, chances are you’re ready for change—and you don’t want therapy to take years to deliver it. My approach is designed to meet that urgency.
I offer **Solution-Focused Brief Therapy** with a twist: it’s a **coaching-type, lifestyle-first program** that lasts 12 weeks. We focus on practical shifts that help you move from stuck to self-led. Think of it as therapy with structure, momentum, and room to breathe.
Each **45-minute session** is paired with **daily 10–15 minute “homework” via messaging**—gentle prompts to track progress and tweak what isn’t working. This allows you to build new habits while staying connected between sessions, making the experience dynamic, not static.
I don’t rush to pathologize. Instead, I ask: what if your symptoms are signals—and your lifestyle is the cure? Often, once we address sleep, boundaries, internal self-talk, and daily structure, your clarity and calm naturally rise to the surface.
**You drive the process. I help you steer.**
Together, we create change that sticks—not because I hand you answers, but because we build a system that aligns with who you are and how you want to live.
Specialties
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Traumatic brain injury
Visually impaired
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336670843.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180013018 · Expires March 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Maria "Patti" Lorenzo
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Patti is very easy to talk to and I feel great opening up with her.
I'm a first-time user of betterhelp and I'm grateful that my first therapist, Ma'am Patti, has been a great match for me. She's an excellent listener and therapist. She gives me homework that I can do and practice daily to improve my mental health. Also, communicating in English and Tagalog makes our sessions comfortable and easier. Thank you, Ma'am Patti!
Patti really makes you feel like finally, someone understands you and that you're not just "in your head." really appreciate what she has done even with just 1 session in.
Patti is a great therapist. She is very knowledgeable and she’s a great listener. She makes me feel heard and she gives me a different frame of reference to think from that I wouldn’t have thought about. She has really helped me sort through the issues I have been going through and has helped me feel like I’m not broken.
Patti is excellent, she makes me feel comfortable and heard. I can share whatever is troubling me and know that I have a great support system. Things although are tough now-soon will come to pass. I’ve grown tremendously with the help of Patti who’s great listening, sense of humor and advice has helped bring me back together. 10/10 highly recommend
Patti was great during the short time we worked together. She was very compassionate and kind as well as took my problems seriously.
Frequently asked questions
Does Maria "Patti" Lorenzo offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maria "Patti" Lorenzo works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Maria "Patti" Lorenzo speak?
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo speaks English and Tagalog.
How many years of experience does Maria "Patti" Lorenzo have?
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo has 12 years of experience.
Where is Maria "Patti" Lorenzo licensed to practice?
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Maria "Patti" Lorenzo accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Maria "Patti" Lorenzo accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Maria "Patti" Lorenzo offer?
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Maria "Patti" Lorenzo?
Maria "Patti" Lorenzo can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Maria "Patti" Lorenzo?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.