Dr. Tina Lott helps people who struggle with low self esteem and related challenges feel more grounded and capable. She offers straightforward support for issues like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, addiction concerns, and problems with intimacy. Her approach aims to make change feel practical and manageable rather than overwhelming.
She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC, and has worked in counseling for 11 years. Her background includes a bachelor’s in psychology with a minor in addiction, a master’s degree earned in 2011, and a doctorate in counselor education and supervision completed in 2018. Alongside clinical work, she teaches counseling at the graduate level and takes part in professional organizations.
In sessions she focuses on co-occurring concerns and the real-life effects of stigma around mental health and addiction. She helps people identify patterns like codependency, control issues, or abandonment fears, and then builds skills to change those patterns. Her work often centers on improving self-love, managing mood swings, and handling stressors that damage self esteem.
Her teaching and research work inform how she explains difficult ideas in clear terms. She prioritizes practical steps that can be used between sessions, such as behavior changes, communication strategies, and simple coping tools. That emphasis helps people move toward steadier mood and clearer self-regard over time.
Outside of practice she spends time with family and enjoys painting, travel, reading, and exercise. Those personal interests shape a collaborative and down-to-earth style in sessions.
Approaches that guide online work
Dr. Lott uses evidence-based techniques that focus on behavior change and coping skills. One common approach helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test them against real-life evidence, then practice new ways of thinking and behaving to improve mood and self esteem. This kind of work is useful for anxiety, depression, and low self-worth.
She also emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, such as learning to notice triggers, use grounding or calming strategies, and communicate needs more clearly. Those approaches support people dealing with trauma responses, anger, codependency, and intimacy issues.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, pace, and preferences. Changes are made gradually, and the plan is adjusted as needs evolve.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific online formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They can also be a good way to keep continuity with a therapist while managing school, work, or family commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression
She works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar mood challenges, grief, eating and sleeping problems, relationship and intimacy issues, and self esteem.
What is her general approach in sessions?
The approach is practical and collaborative, focusing on identifying patterns and building skills. Sessions emphasize doable steps people can use between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 11 years of experience in counseling and related work, including clinical roles and teaching at the graduate level.
What credentials and location are listed for Dr. Lott?
She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials and practices from Illinois.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
To start, select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.