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Corina Istanich

Corina Istanich

LMHC

Florida

Compassionate counselor focused on practical change

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At a glance

Credentials
LMHC
License
LMHC, Florida / MH17317
Experience
10 years
Languages
English, Spanish
Location
Florida

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    • CBT focused
    • Motivational approach
    • Spanish spoken

    About Corina

    Corina Istanich is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, and relationship struggles. She talks plainly and aims to build a compassionate, direct relationship so clients can work toward practical changes. Corina uses straightforward tools and coping skills to help people manage emotions and improve communication.

    She trained at Palm Beach Atlantic University for both undergraduate and graduate studies. Her education was shaped by a Christian perspective, which she says influences how she approaches counseling and the value she places on caring connections. Corina brings ten years of experience in behavioral health settings to her practice.

    Much of her early work was in an inpatient addictions center, and she later provided services in outpatient and in-home settings with community agencies. That work included supporting people with substance use concerns, communication problems, anger management, and general life stressors. Her background includes working with a wide age range across the lifespan.

    Corina draws from several therapy methods, with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and elements from Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. She focuses on teaching coping skills, setting boundaries, and strengthening communication to improve daily life.

    She prefers video sessions to better read nonverbal cues but is open to phone or live chat when needed. Corina invites people to explore new ways to live well and to reach out when they are ready to begin.

  2. How Corina uses proven approaches in online care

    Corina commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, along with client-centered ideas, to help people change patterns that cause distress. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, low mood, and stress. Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a collaborative conversation that helps people find their own reasons to change, which can be useful for addictions and managing motivation.

    Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. Corina works together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts methods over time so the work stays relevant and practical.

    Corina prefers video sessions because seeing each other helps pick up on important nonverbal cues, but she is open to phone or live chat when video is not available. Please confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, or other commitments and can shorten commute time while keeping sessions focused on the issues you want to address.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

    Also works with

    Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

    Additional focus areas

    Communication problemsDrug and alcohol addiction

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    10+ years

    Listed in

    Florida

    Languages

    English, Spanish

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does she help with?

    Corina works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and grief. She also addresses relationship problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career stress, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    She practices in a direct but compassionate way, focusing on practical skills and better communication. Sessions aim to build a supportive relationship while working toward specific goals.

    How much experience does she have?

    Corina has ten years of experience in counseling settings, including work in inpatient addiction care and community agencies offering outpatient and in-home services.

    What credentials and location apply?

    She holds a Florida LMHC license and is based in Florida.

    Which languages are available for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

    Can international clients work with her?

    International clients are not currently accepted.

    How are sessions paid for and what about cost?

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

    How do I get started with therapy?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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