Dr. Lita Carvalho , LMFT

Dr. Lita Carvalho is a board-certified licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT 113252) and a doctorate researcher in biophysics who brings two decades of clinical experience to her work. She combines clinical training with a research-oriented perspective to support individuals across the lifespan, including children, teens, adults, and older adults.

Her clinical focus spans anxiety, depression, complex post-traumatic stress disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder level 1, among other emotional and behavioral health concerns. She uses a client-centered approach that emphasizes collaboration and tailoring interventions to each person’s goals and pace.

Her practice draws on evidence-based methods to guide treatment, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Twelve Step Facilitation (TSF), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), among other modalities. These approaches inform practical strategies for coping, symptom management, and relational repair.

Dr. Carvalho aims to create a therapeutic environment where people feel heard and supported while working toward measurable progress. Her work reflects a commitment to meeting varied needs with clinical rigor and empathetic attention.

Could virtual therapy be the right fit for you?

Many people wonder whether talking with a therapist online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility - people can connect in the format that best fits their routine and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability can make it easier to keep consistent appointments and integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide care in these formats, and patients can seek a different therapist at any time if they prefer a new match. For many, virtual sessions offer a practical, effective way to access ongoing therapeutic support.