Lori's Therapeutic Approach

Modalities: Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Internal Family Systems, Solution-Focused Interventions

Interests: Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Suicidal Ideation, Emotional Regulation, Addiction and Co-occurring Disorders including Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT)

Education

Lori has a bachelor's degree in psychology and criminology from Albright College and received her masters degree from Chestnut Hill College in clinical-counseling psychology with a concentration in trauma studies.

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Certificates‍

Lori is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor (CAADC) in Pennsylvania.

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Experience

Lori has worked in the mental and behavioral health field since 2009, building extensive experience in therapy, substance use treatment, co-occurring disorders, trauma, and complex clinical care. Over the course of her career, she has worked directly with clients while also advancing into clinical and organizational leadership roles. Her experience has given her a strong understanding of both the clinical and real-life complexities that can impact mental health and recovery. Lori developed particular experience in substance use disorders and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), while continuing to strength her skills in assessment, case conceptualization, trauma-informed care, clinical supervision, and helping individuals navigate periods of significant change.

Beyond her clinical work, Lori is an experienced educator and presenter. She has developed and delivered training for students and professionals through Penn State Abington, Middlesex College, the University of Pennsylvania, Widener University, and professional conferences hosted by the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB), Pennsylvania Association for Addiction Professional (PAAP), and on-line training with White Deer Run. She has also severed as an expert witness in litigation matters.

Lori's professional growth and commitment to the behavioral health field have been recognized throughout her career. She received Albright College's Young Alumni Award in 2015 and was named a Recovery Champion by the Philadelphia Mayor's Commission on Addiction and Recovery in 2021.

Despite the leadership, teaching, and professional roles she has held, Lori has remained grounded in what originally drew her to the field: working directly with people. She brings that breadth of experience into the therapy room through a practical, compassionate, and collaborative approach that helps clients better understand themselves, recognize patterns, build confidence, and create meaningful change in their lives.

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Hobbies‍

When she's not at work, Lori can usually be found curled up with a good book, often with one (or more) of her pets by her side. A proud aunt, she loves spending time with her nephew and niece and enjoys making memories with family and friends through traditions like Books & Brunch and Movie Club. Lori has a creative side and loves completing paint-by-number project. She also stays active by playing in an adult field hockey league and has a lifelong passion for dance and musical theater. A devoted Disney fan and proud Hufflepuff, Lori brings a sense of curiosity, creativity, and a little bit of magic into everything she does