LCSW, 10 years of experience
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Master’s in Clinical Social Work from the University of Southern California. I also have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Cal State University Northridge. I have a extensive history with over 15 years of experience working with adults 18 and over with various mental health diagnoses. I like to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients to have a place to express their thoughts and feelings.
In the first session, I will learn more about the client’s psychiatric history, what the presenting problem is and what goals they would like to accomplish in therapy . I am nonjudgmental and like to develop quick rapport with my clients.
I am a seasoned mental health psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience in this field . My biggest strengths include being a good listener, empathetic and nonjudgmental.
I enjoy working with adults 18 and over with various mental health issues, who are motivated for treatment and eager to learn new tools and techniques as well as healthy coping skills to help manage their symptoms more effectively.
4 ratings with written reviews
July 29, 2025
Although we were not a match and I needed a trauma focused therapist, Lori was wonderful and made me feel comfortable and seen!
July 10, 2025
Lori is not judgmental, you can open up to her about really anything. She is solution oriented and great at providing techniques to help manage anxiety symptoms.
May 19, 2025
I enjoy working with Lori, and even after just one session I feel better about myself and optimistic that things will get better.
Lori Menendyan offers therapy covered by Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal), San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) and Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal in California.
I have been using an Eclectic approach to therapy for many years. I use strategies and interventions from different modalities to fit each client’s own unique needs. It is a flexible approach to therapy that helps me address each client's wants and needs to help them have a more positive outlook in life.
I use Cognitive Behavioral to help individuals identify and replace negative thoughts and behaviors that impact their emotional health. All our thoughts and behaviors are connected and by changing negative thoughts we can change our behaviors.