Rita Dellatore, LCSW

Licensed in Florida · 27 years in practice

Rita Dellatore brings 27 years of clinical experience to her work in Florida.

License and registration

LCSW, Florida: SW6730 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1215001003 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 27
Languages: English

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About Rita

Rita Dellatore brings 27 years of clinical experience to her work in Florida. She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. Rita emphasizes straightforward, practical support for everyday problems.

Clients meet a direct and authentic therapist who values teamwork. She encourages people who want real change and are willing to try new skills. Sessions center on building on strengths and learning coping strategies that fit daily life.

Background and approach

Rita has worked in multiple settings across her career, which gives her a broad perspective on life changes and long‑term challenges. She often helps people recover from past abuse, navigate family and relationship strains, and cope after big transitions. Her approach is patient and grounded in real-world skills.

In session, she blends mindful awareness, values-based work, and practical thinking tools. Rita aims to improve confidence and reduce the impact of painful memories or ongoing worry. She uses talk, simple exercises, and homework that people can actually practice between sessions.

Her style is warm but straightforward. She creates a nonjudgmental space where people can speak honestly and try new ways of coping. The work is collaborative - the client and therapist set goals and review progress together.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Rita lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Eating disorders
Bipolar disorder
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Rita names

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Online support

How Rita Uses Practical Approaches Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify what matters most and take small steps toward those values. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, and when life changes feel overwhelming. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with behavior changes. It’s good for anxiety, low mood, and building new habits.

Rita treats finding the right approach as a joint process. She listens to each person’s goals and preferences, then suggests techniques from these methods. Together they try methods, notice what helps, and adjust plans based on real results and comfort level.

Online therapy lets people use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their day. Video calls work well for in-depth conversations and exercises that use visual cues. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can fit into a short break. Live chat and text are useful for quick check-ins, homework support, or when someone prefers typing. These options make scheduling easier and help therapy fit work, school, and family life.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does she help with?

Rita works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar challenges, self-esteem, eating concerns, and coping with life changes. She also addresses family-related strains and other focused areas such as attachment and caregiver stress.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is warm and straightforward with an emphasis on teamwork. Sessions focus on building strengths, learning coping skills, and using practical tools that fit daily life.

How much experience does she have?

She has 27 years of experience working in a variety of clinical settings with individuals facing a range of concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - and practices in Florida.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

Which session formats are offered?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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