Lori McKinley, LPC - Virginia Therapist at Grow Therapy

Lori McKinley

Lori McKinley

LPC
28 years of experience
Virtual

Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Virginia. I received my Masters from the University of Virginia and have been practicing for 28 years. I specialize in self esteem/self-worth, anxiety, depression, trauma and it's effects on your current life, navigating relationships, helping families through adoptions, and the impacts of a loved one's addictions. My therapeutic style combines cognitive-behavioral , solution focused, understanding attachment styles, and internal family systems therapy.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In your first session, we will explore what brought you to therapy, begin rapport building for a trusting therapy relationship. Feeling comfortable is key for your growth and we will only go at your pace. I want to hear your story!

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strengths lie in my extensive experience and training, particularly in attachment and trauma therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy. Equipped with evidence-based anxiety-reduction techniques, my practice offers a holistic approach that integrates a Christian perspective. Clients benefit from my strength-based methodology, finding comfort in my relaxed, welcoming, and non-judgmental demeanor. My interactive style fosters a safe space for growth and healing.

About Lori McKinley

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Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Attachment-based

I use attachment-based therapy to help clients navigate their current relationship challenges by helping them look into their unique attachment patterns formed in early life. Through tailored interventions, I assist clients in fostering secure attachment styles, which in turn supports them in boosting self-esteem, alleviating depression, and managing anxiety. By exploring past experiences and cultivating emotional regulation skills, I empower clients to forge healthier connections, leading to greater satisfaction in their relationships and personal growth.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

In our sessions, I teach work with you using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide you through overcoming challenges and achieving personal growth, empowering you with practical tools and insights to navigate life with confidence and resilience.

Christian Counseling

In our sessions, I incorporate Christian counseling to provide you with compassionate support and guidance aligned with your faith, helping you navigate life's challenges and discover deeper spiritual insights that bring peace and healing to your journey. This is only offered when my client requests this type of counseling.

Couples Counseling

In our couples counseling sessions, I utilize Life Scripts to help you both uncover the early core messages, beliefs, and attachment styles that influence your relationship dynamics. Through Attachment Communication Training (ACT), we then focus on honing active listening skills and fostering stronger attachments, guiding you towards deeper understanding, empathy, and connection in your relationship journey.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy to help clients heal from early childhood wounds by exploring and integrating their internal parts. Through compassionate self-discovery and integration, clients learn to nurture their inner child and cultivate healthier relationships, fostering profound personal growth and transformation