Loren Belforti
She/Her/Hers
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW Specialties • Insurance & Fees • Locations
Massachusetts
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Updated September 6, 2023
Loren Belforti
Zencare Vetted
Specialties & Expertise
- LGBTQIA topics
- College & graduate student mental health
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Relationships
- Family issues
Professional statement
Loren Belforti is a Boston-based Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker providing tele-therapy for your safety and convenience during this time.
Loren’s experience is primarily related to working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community who struggle with depression, anxiety, gender identity, sexuality, relationships, and other emotional issues.
Prior to entering private practice, Loren gained experience in hospitals and outpatient treatment centers working with individuals and groups. Currently, she works with college students as they navigate life transitions and develop their self-identity.
Loren uses an integrative approach that combines skills from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Loren emphasizes a strong focus on the mind-body connection in her practice and is passionate about physical health as it relates to mental wellbeing. Loren’s approach to the therapeutic process can be described as creative, down-to-earth, and collaborative.
Specialties
LGBTQIA topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges
College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
Relationships - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Insurance
Loren Belforti is not in-network with any insurances.
Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions: $175 (60min)
- Initial session: $100 (60min)
Additional session information
Payment options
- PayPal
- Venmo
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- As needed
Location(s)
Online Sessions (Massachusetts)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
- Morning (Before 10am)
- Daytime (10am - 1pm)
- Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
- Evening (After 5pm)
- Weekends
Regular Hours
- Mon 5:30-8:30p
- Tue 5:30-8:30p
- Wed 5:30-8:30p
- Thu 5:30-8:30p
- Fri Closed
- Sat Closed
- Sun Closed
Work and Education
Wentworth Institute of Technology Center for Wellness, 2019 - Present
Triangle Program, HRI Hospital, 2015 - 2019
Boston University, MSW, 2015
University of Delaware, BA, 2013
Licensure
Massachusetts: 121264
Languages
English
Client testimonials
"Loren was patient, understanding, and very easy to converse with. She answered any questions I had thoroughly and helped me to gain a better sense of her practice."
- Zencare client • August 2021
"Loren was very approachable and encouraging!"
- Zencare client • April 2021
"I felt welcomed instantly and hopeful for a better future. She worked to understand what I needed without judgement. It was very enjoyable to talk to her."
- Zencare client • October 2020
"Loren’s genuine care and thoughtful insights make her an invaluable social worker. She is not only a grounded, level-headed person, but she offers guided direction when needed in both a sensitive and sensible way. Loren is a trustworthy individual with a wonderful personality. I would highly recommend Loren for any of your therapeutic needs."
- Zencare client • October 2020