- Solution focused
- Mindfulness based
- Sleep and rest
About Lori
Lori Leftenant is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) with 19 years of experience in mental health. She focuses on building trust and clear communication as the first steps in therapy. Lori listens carefully, offers a thoughtful plan, and works to make therapy feel manageable for busy lives.
Her approach blends practical methods that match each person's needs. Lori uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach grounding and present-moment coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to set clear, short-term goals and track progress.
Lori helps people with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, stress, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and sleep difficulties. She also supports those dealing with parenting strain, career transitions, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include eating and food-related issues, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and end-of-life caregiving matters.
Sessions are shaped to fit what each person needs. Lori aims to be a careful listener who offers steps that feel doable. She balances empathy with clear suggestions so people can try changes between meetings.
People can expect straightforward invitations to try new coping skills. Lori views the work as a partnership and helps clients track what’s working. Her practice is based in Ohio and sessions are conducted in English.
How Lori’s methods translate to online therapy
CBT, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy each work well in straightforward online conversations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to see what helps. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep struggles. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and simple breathing or grounding practices to reduce stress and improve rest. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on setting clear short-term goals and tracking small wins to build momentum.Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Lori treats therapy as a collaboration and will help clients decide which techniques to try based on their goals, daily routines, and what feels doable. She adapts plans as progress is reviewed so sessions stay relevant to what the person needs.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to practice mindfulness and CBT exercises between sessions. Ask about the session formats offered so arrangements match your needs.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of concerns does Lori address?
She helps with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and sleep difficulties among other concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
She listens carefully and builds a clear plan with the client. The work is practical and focused on steps clients can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Lori has 19 years of experience in mental health practice working with a variety of concerns and life situations.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and 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 sessions according to the therapist’s availability.