Areas of Expertise
Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Dr. Lividini Loiacono's goal is for clients to better understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Clients use this knowledge to practice challenging and reframing their thoughts before generalizing their skills beyond sessions. With continued role playing, modeling, and reinforcement, patients build resiliency and more effectively manage their anxiety and/or depression.
Exposure and Response Prevention
Dr. Lividini Loiacono's goal is to promote a client’s willingness to face one’s fears by creating a safe and compassionate space and collaborating with the client during sessions. She also encourages discovery and curiosity throughout the therapeutic process. Those suffering from OCD will learn to shape flexible, adaptive, and effective behavior in the presence of anxiety.
Parent Behavior Training
Dr. Lividini Loiacono works to develop a collaborative relationship with parents and/or caregivers and guide them through their struggles associated with raising children. She works to meet the specific needs of the parents and their families using approaches such as parent management training and SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). Parents leave the training with tools and strategies to foster positive relationships with their children.
Young Adult Executive Functioning Coaching
Transition from high school into adulthood is challenging and stressful. Dr. Lividini Loiacono takes time to assess the client’s needs and develop a comprehensive plan to address specific executive functioning skills. Whether you are applying for a job, attending college or vocational school, or taking time to learn how to navigate life more independently, you work together to optimize your success.
Educational/School Consultation
Dr. Lividini Loiacono offers consultation to parents and collaborate with school service providers to enhance the educational experience for children who struggle with academics. Parents receive guidance and tools to facilitate the navigation of educational supports. You work as a team to assess the needs of the child and develop an appropriate plan.
My Approach
Dr. Lividini Loiacono's goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for her clients that fosters trust. She stresses collaboration and tailoring her support to best meet your unique needs. She believes it is most important to spend time getting to know her clients and building a rapport to ensure a successful therapy journey.
