- Evidence-based approaches
- Goal focused work
- Caring listener
About Lori
Lori Leftenant is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with nearly two decades of experience helping people through difficult life moments. She emphasizes clear communication and building trust first. Her manner is listening-focused, caring, and sensitive to each person's situation.
She adapts her approach to the problems a person brings. Lori draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to shape practical steps. Sessions typically focus on small, manageable changes that add up over time.
Lori has worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, codependency, and stress related to caregiving and life transitions. She also supports people dealing with relationship struggles, eating and sleep problems, trauma and abuse, and career or role changes.
In sessions she listens first, then helps set a clear plan for what to work on. That plan can include thought and behavior strategies, brief mindfulness practices, and goal-oriented exercises to track progress. Her goal is to make therapy feel useful from week to week.
People who choose her can expect straightforward guidance and a steady, empathetic presence. Lori considers it a privilege to walk alongside people as they make changes and find new ways of coping.
How Lori Uses Practical Therapies for Online Support
Many of Lori's approaches focus on clear, teachable skills that translate well to remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Mindfulness Therapy teaches brief attention and breathing practices to reduce stress and increase present-moment awareness; it can help with overwhelm and emotional reactivity. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on small, concrete goals and steps forward rather than lengthy problem histories, which can speed progress for people who want actionable change.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Lori will listen to the person's goals, try brief strategies, and adjust the plan together based on what helps. The therapist aims to match methods to needs, not force a single model onto every situation.
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing for shorter check-ins when a full hour is not needed. It also supports keeping therapy consistent during life transitions and for people juggling work, caregiving, or medical appointments.
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Experience
19+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Lori help with?
She works with many concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, codependency, relationship and intimacy issues, and stress related to caregiving and life changes.
What is her style or approach in therapy?
She listens closely and emphasizes trust and clear communication. Her work blends practical strategies with mindfulness and goal-oriented techniques.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 19 years of experience in mental health practice.
What credentials and region are listed for Lori?
She is an LISW, a Licensed Independent Social Worker, and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Lori?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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