Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
How Larisa works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- New Jersey
- Years in practice
- 10
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Larisa
Larisa Citsay is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with ten years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people who struggle with anger, stress, anxiety, relationship strains, parenting pressures, and low self-esteem. Larisa emphasizes practical steps people can use right away to feel steadier and more in control.
Her work often centers on life transitions and moments when emotions feel overwhelming. She supports people wanting clearer boundaries, steadier responses to conflict, and healthier self-regard.
Background and approach
Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented, with an emphasis on small, sustainable changes. Larisa uses an integrative approach that draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness techniques, motivational strategies, and choice theory. That mix helps people shift unhelpful thinking, manage strong emotions, and build daily habits that reduce reactivity.
She explains tools in plain language and practices them together in session. People come to her for help with communication problems, codependency, control issues, forgiveness work, and challenges tied to narcissistic dynamics. She also supports young adults and women who are navigating identity and purpose questions.
Larisa works step-by-step, helping clients set realistic goals and track progress. Her sessions aim to be compassionate and practical. Larisa encourages active participation and offers homework that fits busy lives.
The goal is clearer thinking, calmer reactions, and more satisfying relationships over time.
What Larisa works with
Everything Larisa lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Larisa's practice.
Practical approaches for online anger and stress work
Larisa draws from several evidence-based techniques to help people reduce reactivity and cope with stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts that fuel anger and anxiety; it teaches concrete skills for shifting thinking and behavior. Mindfulness techniques train attention and breathing so strong emotions are noticed earlier and managed more effectively; these practices help people stay present during tense moments.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with each person to choose strategies that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. Over a few sessions she checks what helps and adjusts the plan so it fits the client's needs and pace.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different lifestyles. Video is good for deeper conversation and practicing skills together. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Chat and messaging are useful for quick reflections, daily support, or when someone prefers written communication. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent and to apply strategies in real life.
Questions people ask about Larisa
What concerns does Larisa commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, parenting challenges, and low self-esteem, plus issues like codependency and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and goal-focused, combining talk with hands-on tools. Sessions emphasize simple skills you can try between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has ten years of experience as a counselor working with a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; services are provided within her licensed region.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to get started use the Start Therapy button and complete the short matching questionnaire.