Corina Istanich, LMHC
Florida LMHC specializing in stress and addictions
- CBT informed care
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Video preferred sessions
About Corina Istanich
Corina Istanich is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with ten years of experience. She completed both her undergraduate and master’s degrees at Palm Beach Atlantic University, a Christian institution that she credits with shaping her personal and professional values. Her faith informs her approach to counseling, and she integrates those guiding principles into her clinical work while maintaining a focus on each client’s individual needs.
Corina has spent much of her career supporting people affected by substance use, initially working primarily in an inpatient addictions center and later expanding her practice to include outpatient and in-home therapy through community agencies. She has provided services to clients across the lifespan, from children as young as four to adults in their sixties, and frequently offers family therapy. Her experience includes addressing family conflict, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, drug and alcohol issues, anger, stress, coping skills, trauma, grief, and a variety of life changes.
She primarily draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while borrowing techniques from other modalities to meet each person where they are. Corina emphasizes building an authentic, compassionate, and direct therapeutic relationship, and she incorporates practical tools such as coping skills, boundaries, and improved communication to enhance quality of life and relationships. She prefers video sessions to better observe nonverbal cues but is open to live chat or phone sessions when video is not available. If scheduling options are limited, she invites prospective clients to message her so she can accommodate their needs.
Corina has spent much of her career supporting people affected by substance use, initially working primarily in an inpatient addictions center and later expanding her practice to include outpatient and in-home therapy through community agencies. She has provided services to clients across the lifespan, from children as young as four to adults in their sixties, and frequently offers family therapy. Her experience includes addressing family conflict, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, drug and alcohol issues, anger, stress, coping skills, trauma, grief, and a variety of life changes.
She primarily draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) while borrowing techniques from other modalities to meet each person where they are. Corina emphasizes building an authentic, compassionate, and direct therapeutic relationship, and she incorporates practical tools such as coping skills, boundaries, and improved communication to enhance quality of life and relationships. She prefers video sessions to better observe nonverbal cues but is open to live chat or phone sessions when video is not available. If scheduling options are limited, she invites prospective clients to message her so she can accommodate their needs.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Communication problemsDrug and alcohol addiction
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Corina Istanich have?
Corina Istanich has 10 years of experience in the counseling field.
Is Corina Istanich a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: FL LMHC MH17317.
In which languages does Corina Istanich provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Corina Istanich located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Corina Istanich as my therapist?
You can work with Corina Istanich through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Corina Istanich work with international clients?
Corina Istanich does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Corina Istanich cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Virtual Care
Corina often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and daily functioning. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, and it can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, a collaborative approach that prioritizes the client’s perspective, fosters empathy, and supports personal growth through a trusting therapeutic relationship. This approach can help with relationship issues, self-esteem, grief, and navigating transitions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are employed when clients need skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These strategies can be especially helpful for intense emotions, anger, and patterns that affect relationships.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Corina works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow people to access support from different locations and at varied times. Corina prefers video sessions when possible to better observe nonverbal cues, and she is willing to use phone or chat options when video is not available, helping clients fit therapy into their lives more easily.