“I take an active role in helping clients find meaningful solutions to life’s challenges. After fully understanding and empathizing with their concerns, we work collaboratively to set clear goals and make progress each session. I encourage clients to engage with their challenges both in therapy and in their daily lives, fostering growth and lasting change. Together, we regularly evaluate what’s working and adjust as needed, ensuring the process stays effective and tailored to their needs. My goal is to meet clients where they are and support them in building a more fulfilling and manageable life.”
Lori has experience in and likes to work in the treatment areas of depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders including obsessive compulsive disorder, stress management, and adjustment to life changes. She has a special interest in working with populations that have experienced trauma, including recent or remote (childhood trauma) and domestic violence. She is also comfortable working with LGBTQQIAP+ populations.
Lori believes that providing an atmosphere of trust, empathy and respect is the foundation of therapy. She is trained in and works from a balance of dialectical/cognitive behavioral, humanistic and solution focused therapies. Lori can also provide specific therapy techniques such as exposure response prevention, mindfulness based stress reduction, and cognitive processing.
Lori is a Limited Licensed Psychologist working with clients ages 18-64 at the Pine Rest Northeast Clinic. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Central Michigan University and her Master of Arts in Psychology from Western Michigan University. She began her career at Newaygo County Mental Health. She came to Pine Rest in November 2022 and has found the mix of clients to be a good fit. She offers both in person and telehealth sessions.
