Hi! My name is Lori and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor in New York. I have over 20 yrs of experience as a mental health and substance abuse counselor. I have worked in inpatient clinics, outpatient clinics and college counseling centers. My specialty is working with college students and young adults who are anxious, depressed, scared, overwhelmed, have relationship issues, and are unsure how to move forward! I am a LGBTQAI ally. I will guide you through processing and understanding your emotions and anxieties. I provide direct reflections to help you explore healthy vs unhealthy thinking patterns. We will then develop a plan that aligns with your goals and balances your mental health. My speciality is also working with individuals struggling with addiction whether it be to drugs, alcohol, gambling, eating, video gaming etc. I view addiction as behaviors we do to the extreme that are causing us problems. I meet you where you are and explore what you want to be different. We will explore your motivation to change, barriers and fears of changing and create a solid plan to move forward. I look forward to meeting you and beginning your mental health journey!
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session I will introduce myself. I will answer any questions you have, so please don’t hesitate to ask. We will have a conversation about what brings you in for counseling. Together we will talk about what you would like to be different and how you can get there. At the end of the session we will review what we talked about and you can decide if you would like to schedule another session.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My biggest strength as a provider is that I approach sessions from a strength based perspective. I tend to see the best in others and view challenges as an opportunity for growth. I believe that everyone is capable of change and that we are stronger than we know. I believe that humor is a great coping skill and often use it in sessions. I tend to be direct and transparent with my clients which often creates easy connections and comfort in sessions.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I love working with young adults who are anxious, depressed, scared, overwhelmed, heart broken and unsure how to move forward! I help individuals begin to process and understand their emotions and anxieties. I provide direct reflections to begin to explore healthy vs unhealthy thinking patterns. I encourage exploration of these patterns to begin to identify how small shifts in our thinking can begin to bring balance back to our mental health. I also enjoy working with individuals struggling with addiction whether it be to drugs, alcohol, gambling, eating etc. I view addiction as any behavior we do to the extreme that is causing us problems. I begin by meeting individuals where you are and exploring what you want to be different. I have extensive knowledge of addiction and provide direct feedback. I encourage you to explore your motivation to change, barriers and fears of changing and I help you create a solid plan to begin this journey.