- Person-focused care
- Trauma-informed approach
- Practical skill building
About Lori
Lori Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and codependency. She brings practical, down-to-earth support so people can make steady changes in everyday life. Lori uses a person-focused style that centers on what each client needs right now.
She emphasizes the connection between mind and body and looks at how past experiences shape present patterns. Sessions often involve talking through difficult memories and learning new ways to handle strong feelings. Lori adapts her approach to fit each person's goals and motivation rather than following a single formula.
Her work draws on several therapy methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered techniques. These tools are used to build skills for managing emotions, improving communication, and changing unhelpful habits.
Lori has 11 years of clinical experience and focuses on treating trauma, mood concerns, addictions, and related problems. She aims to help clients uncover the roots of their struggles and to identify values that guide healthier choices. The tone in her practice is respectful and hopeful.
People who choose Lori can expect straightforward conversations and practical strategies for day-to-day life. She encourages courage in taking the first step toward change and works with each person as an individual during the process.
How Lori’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and build small steps toward those values while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, or unwanted habits. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotions and improving how people communicate and connect with their own feelings and with others.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust course as needed based on what helps the client make progress.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful because they can fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to follow through with regular appointments. Online work also makes it simple to practice skills between sessions and to use tools like worksheets, brief exercises, and focused check-ins that support progress over time.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lori help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, low self-esteem, career changes, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and related concerns including codependency.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is person-centered and adaptable, focusing on practical strategies and understanding how past experiences affect current behavior. Sessions blend talking, skills practice, and value-based goal setting.
What is her clinical background?
She has 11 years of experience working with mood disorders, trauma, addiction, personality and behavioral concerns, and other common mental health challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an Arizona LPC credential and is based in Arizona.
Which languages are supported and can international clients book?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
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