Lori Smith

Lori Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Arizona who helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety, and addiction. She also supports clients dealing with grief, trauma, depression, sleep and eating concerns, self-esteem, career stress, bipolar challenges, ADHD, and relationship or intimacy-related issues. Lori writes plainly and meets people where they are, focusing on practical steps they can use day to day.

Her style centers on treating the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. She believes many problems have roots in past experiences, so she looks at how old beliefs shape current behavior. Lori blends several therapeutic methods to match each person’s needs and goals rather than using a single fixed approach.

Over 11 years as a counselor, Lori has used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Client-Centered Therapy in her work. She adapts sessions based on what a person brings and what they hope to change. Sessions often include practical skills training, emotion-focused conversation, and steps to shift unhelpful thoughts and habits.

Lori also emphasizes helping people reconnect with their values and identify the beliefs that drive their choices. This can include learning coping skills for intense feelings, building communication tools, and addressing patterns that feed addictions or relationship problems. She explains concepts clearly and encourages small, steady changes.

People who choose Lori can expect straightforward guidance, a focus on lasting patterns, and help finding concrete ways to manage anger, stress, and life transitions. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule appointments that fit their needs.

How Lori Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take small committed actions that match those values. It is often used for anxiety, anger, and life transitions where choices feel stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors through practical exercises and homework. It is commonly used for depression, anxiety, sleep problems, and coping skills training.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss what matters most to the client, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust over time based on progress and preference. This collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels useful and realistic.

If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let clients use video when they prefer face-to-face contact or choose audio for lower bandwidth or quicker follow-ups. Licensed professionals will help arrange session timing and frequency to match everyday schedules rather than promising any single delivery method.