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Laura Chinnici

Laura Chinnici, LCSW

New Jersey

LCSW - Relationships and Family of Origin

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and intimacy
  • Family of origin issues

About Laura

Laura Chinnici is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey with 13 years of professional experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, sleep problems, self-esteem, motivation, relationship and intimacy questions, and issues related to sexuality and alternative lifestyles.

She often helps people who are dealing with addiction, grief, parenting stress, chronic illness, and career transitions. Family of origin issues and communication problems are part of her practice when they affect current relationships and patterns. She also lists work around ADHD, bipolar challenges, anger, and compassion fatigue.

Her sessions use straightforward methods. She draws on client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness tools for practical coping skills and mood management.

Narrative approaches are used to help people name and reframe the stories they tell about themselves. Motivational interviewing is used when someone wants to change habits or increase motivation. Conversations are focused, direct, and grounded in daily life challenges rather than abstract theory.

Laura asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are conducted in English and she does not accept international clients.

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on the person’s priorities and follows what matters most to them. In practice this means sessions start with the person’s immediate concerns and the therapist listens to understand how family patterns or current relationships affect daily life.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) provides practical tools to notice thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. CBT can help with anxiety, sleep issues, low mood, and motivation by teaching simple exercises and small behavioral steps.

Mindfulness therapy teaches attention and breathing skills to manage stress and strong emotions. These techniques are often used alongside CBT to support mood regulation and calmer responses to triggers.

Deciding which approaches to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals and preferences, try methods in early sessions, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. The client’s feedback guides the focus going forward.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. The emphasis is on practical ways to integrate therapy into everyday life rather than on a specific format.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

13+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she work with?

She works with stress, anxiety, sleep problems, self-esteem, motivation, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, parenting stress, and related concerns.

Which therapeutic styles does she use?

She uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness therapy, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy in her work.

How much experience does she have?

She has 13 years of professional experience as a clinician in clinical practice settings.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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