Thank you for visiting my profile! I am here to help you. I have many years of counseling experience with adults and adolescents that have depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues; relationship, family, career, adjustment issues and life coaching as well as substance abuse issues.
I have military counseling experience with active duty troops and combat veterans.
I have two Master’s degrees in Psychology, the first in College Teaching and the second in counseling, specializing in marriage and family therapy.
I began my career as an Adjunct Professor in Psychology in the San Francisco Bay Area; after 6 years of teaching , I began to work clinically, as a community based mental health clinician, with adults with more severe , chronic symptoms, such as schizophrenia.
I also worked in the community, as a licensed clinician with both adults and adolescents, with mental health and substance abuse disorders, in Outpatient, IOP and partial hospitalization treatment programs.
After many years in the private sector, I decided to work for the Federal government. I was hired as a Psychologist, at Fort Sam Houston, in Texas.
I worked for the Department of Defense, on base at Fort Sam Houston and Fort Bliss.
As a Federal GS employee, I transferred to the Department of Veteran Affairs. I worked in their Vet Centers as a licensed marriage and family therapist.
I am licensed in CT, FL, N.J., and AZ.
I prefer a cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach. I like to focus on cognitive and behavioral changes, in working with you to achieve your therapy goals.
Thank you for your consideration. If you have any questions, please write. Tina LaPorta
Professional experience
15 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Professional. Listened to my concerns and gives me insight on how to look at things from a different perspective. Would highly recommend.
Written on Aug 31, 2026 after therapy with Tina for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Tina listens to me never push an issue never tells me what to do. She can give me advice but she will never push me to do anything. She’s a really really good listener and I’m very grateful to be seeing her all these years. Very very lucky I found her
Written on Jul 25, 2026 after therapy with Tina for 3 years and 2 months on issues concerning career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Never had a better first therapy session before. Tina is extremely impressive.
Written on Jul 10, 2026 after therapy with Tina for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She’s attentive, she remembers everything I tell her, she writes things down, she cares about me, she gives me new ways to take care of myself, she improves my confidence and sense of self worth.
Written on Apr 09, 2026 after therapy with Tina for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Working with Tina was an excellent experience. She consistently made herself available and always responded in a timely manner, which made me feel supported and valued. Tina is a great listener who truly understands her clients — she created a safe space where I felt comfortable opening up. Her empathy and professionalism stood out, and she had a way of making me feel heard without judgment. Even though our sessions had to end due to location changes, I’m grateful for the time we worked together and the positive impact she had on me.
Written on Dec 16, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
My therapist is extremely engaged. She responds promptly and checks in frequently.
Written on Sep 10, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Tina really helped me through some severe anxiety and depression. I can’t believe how impactful her help was. She changed the way I think about my situation and how I think about myself.
Written on Jul 10, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
The best
Written on Mar 25, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching
She is the best therapist i had and i will not change her i came back for a session only if she is available
Written on Mar 05, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
My therapist, Tina LaPorta, is very understanding and supportive, she motivates me to do good things that helps me to cope with my mental & physical health. Tina also helped me to cope with my anxieties and depressions, she’s knowledgeable in many fields. I strongly recommend her.
Written on Jan 31, 2025 after therapy with Tina for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
In the few sessions we’ve had, I feel entirely supported regardless of what her opinion may be. She gently guides while listening and is really helping me doing the “internal work” I need to be a better version of myself. Shes absolutely someone I plan on sticking with.
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Tina is a remarkable therapist. She exudes a quiet confidence and shows a deep knowledge of her profession. She has the ability to quickly understand the issues and helps guide you, but she lets you move in the direction you choose. She balances giving support while gently moving you forward. She quickly became a big part of my support team.
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Tina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
My husband and I built up some bad habits, resent for one another, and distrust over several years, and we were on the brink of divorce. I worked with Tina via individual therapy at first, then invited my husband to join me for a session. We wound up working with her together weekly for a couple months, and found it so helpful. My husband and I both felt supported and heard by Tina and each other, with neither of us feeling like she took sides. She listened, helped us each express ourselves in a safe environment, and helped us navigate ways to communicate with each other and understand each other better. We're in a better place now than we've been in a number of years. Thank you so much Tina!
Written on May 31, 2024 after therapy with Tina for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Tina has been great to work with. She’s been helping me deal with a few issues and things are definitely on the rise. I’m really optimistic on how things are going. Thanks for all your help Tina!
Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Tina is straightforward, wise, and really listens to me. I’m having a great time working with her and looking forward to growing more with her as time goes on.
Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Tina is very attentive and provides great insight along with a nice perspective from the outside looking in without being judgmental.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Tina has been very helpful and caring
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Tina for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
Tina has been an amazing help to me, and I consider myself lucky to have been matched with her. She is supportive and responsive. Her approach is straightforward and I have gained a lot of insight throughout our sessions.
Written on Dec 31, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 5 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Ms LaPorta has been extremely supportive and helpful. She keeps me focused And doesn’t sugar coat answers, so tells me like it is and I appreciate her very much
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Great therapist
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Tina is great and really accommodating. She (pretty much instantly) recognized where many of my strongest anxieties and fears were coming from, and immediately started working with me to challenge, confront, and inure myself to those anxieties. I experienced noticeable relief and healthy changes in my habits within two weeks. I am so glad that I started talking to her.
Written on Nov 19, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I’ve spoken to Tina very briefly in the past but I’ve gain a lot from listening to her advice and would encourage anyone to schedule appointments with her she is very non judgemental and listens to you are gives solid advice that is very helpful.
Written on Nov 06, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, self esteem, and adhd
We've just started but I'm appreciating her honesty and patience with talking through anything and everything I want. And she encourages other topics which I like.
Written on Oct 26, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I’ve only had one session so far but she made me feel a relief I hadn’t felt in so long and I’m grateful.
Written on Aug 29, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
As a therapist, she has a very balanced mixture of listening, asking relevant questions, and offering suggestions on alternate ways of looking at or handling a situation. It feels like she respects how I look at my own circumstances, while also helping me challenge them where they are harmful.
I intend to keep seeing her for the time being, since life is throwing new stressors at me, and her help in getting perspective has been tremendous.
Written on May 24, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
So far our sessions have been helpful to me and making future plans. She's helped me feel sane in a difficult situation
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Tina is great! She really listens and offers suggestions to help!
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I have been meeting with Tina for several months. She is really supportive and responsive. She has given me helpful advice and helped me make a lot of positive changes in my life! Having another perspective has helped me shift how I look at circumstances and solve problems. Thank you
Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Tina is a very good listener and has great ideas for improving my situation.
Written on Mar 08, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Tina has been a great help to me. She listens attentively and cuts through the noise to reflect back to me exactly how I feel and think about the problems I'm having. I can tell she's heard all sides of how I feel. She's empathic but also pushes me to challenge my thoughts if they are irrational or unhelpful. She makes me feels like she really cares as she has sometimes messaged me even outside our video sessions to check in and ask how things are going. I like her down to earth, authentic approach, which doesn't make me feel patronised. I really feel like she's on my side. Highly recommend her as a therapist!
Written on Feb 14, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I saw Tina over a few months regarding issues I had in my self-confidence and stresses at work which interfered greatly with my private life.
Tina helped me with these issues, coaching me to be more assertive to voice my concerns at work. She helped me to build my confidence and self-assurance, and encouraged me to apply for a new job (which I later got) better suited to my interests and life goals, which I wouldn’t have been able to do without her guidance and advice.
She is always patient and understanding but gives a gentle push to ensure that you are advancing and improving. She helped me set both short and long term goals in simple steps so that I was always achieving but never felt overwhelmed and could celebrate doing these steps.
Tina has made me feel much more happier, self assured, and optimistic about myself and my future.
Thank you Tina! :)
Written on Jan 05, 2022 after therapy with Tina for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
I felt comfortable and at ease with my first session. I took away great tips in helping me to be a better version of myself
Written on Nov 08, 2021 after therapy with Tina for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Tina was an excellent therapist and was an amazing help. I am 26 yo male and
this was my first experience with a therapist. I had anxiety, particularly with interactions with women in general but also intimate relationships. Before talking to Tina my anxiety would be around 7-8/10.
After a few weeks of therapy my anxiety is pretty much gone I would say it is closer to 1-2/10 and at times 0/10. Tina helped me understand my triggers for anxiety, how to react to it, strategies to prevent it and deal with it and my life has improved significantly. Tina listens very well and gives great advice. If I ever have any issues I would happily contact Tina again and I would highly recommend Tina based on my experience.
Written on Sep 29, 2021 after therapy with Tina for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Tina is very helpful.
She understood me straight away and provided the space and support for me to express myself
Written on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Tina for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
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