Linda Sorace Crites

Linda Sorace Crites is a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with a PhD and LCSW-C credentials. She understands that mental health transcends just addressing illnesses like anxiety and depression; it serves as a foundation for fostering resilience, managing stress, and achieving satisfaction in relationships, careers, and life itself. Her approach to psychotherapy is rooted in healing past wounds while maximizing the abilities of her clients and facilitating acceptance and coping strategies to diminish limitations that might hinder their pursuit of personal goals. As a therapist, Linda appreciates the intricacies of human emotional systems, which include inherited predispositions, vulnerabilities, and the array of learned psychological beliefs and attitudes. She utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach that encompasses problem identification, problem-solving strategies, and the development of coping skills, all while providing vital emotional support. Linda's therapeutic sessions encourage open discussions regarding life circumstances, personal goals, and individual well-being, allowing clients to explore their feelings surrounding these topics. With mutual consent, she incorporates techniques such as relaxation exercises, meditation, and guided imagery to enhance the therapeutic process. Her specialized training in family therapy, work with military families, and the treatment of children and adolescents with behavioral and learning challenges underscores her versatility. Additionally, her particular interest in supporting new mothers, especially those experiencing post-partum depression, stems from her doctoral research on stress in new mothers. Linda is committed to guiding her clients through life's transitions with empathy and skill, making her a valuable resource for teenagers, adults, and elders alike.