Lori Wilson, LCSW

Therapist in Arizona

Practical therapy for stress and mood

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Client-centered care
CBT for behaviors
Motivational support

About Lori

Lori Wilson is an LCSW who brings two decades of clinical experience to conversations about stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use. She speaks plainly and helps people break down big problems into manageable steps. Lori focuses on the moment-to-moment needs people bring to therapy and on practical ways to cope day to day.

She has worked in several treatment settings since 2004, including programs that supported veterans and people in residential care. Her background includes both individual and group work with trauma, mood concerns, and substance use. That variety has shaped a flexible approach to care.

Lori uses Client-Centered methods to meet each person where they are. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is unsure about change or feels stuck.

Her training includes a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in social work, with a specialty in substance use disorder treatment and clinical services. She holds LCSW credentials in Arizona and Tennessee, and she practices from Arizona.

Sessions aim to clarify goals, reduce distress, and build coping skills that fit everyday life. People who value straightforward discussion and step-by-step planning often find this style useful. Before booking, confirm current session options and scheduling details to ensure they fit your needs.

This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Arizona, Tennessee

Languages

English

Licenses listed

LCSW, Arizona: 18645
LCSW, Tennessee: 5578
NPI: 1629256409

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

How Lori’s Approaches Work in Online Therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening without judgment and letting the person guide the conversation. It helps people who need space to tell their story and decide what matters most to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches concrete strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors for issues like anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.

Motivational Interviewing is a short-term, goal-focused style that helps when someone feels unsure about making changes. It supports motivation by exploring personal reasons for change and building commitment.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can shift as progress is made.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. It can reduce travel time, allow for more flexible scheduling, and make short check-ins simpler to arrange. Confirm the specific session options offered before booking so you know which formats are available and how they best fit your routine.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Lori address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, sleep and eating issues, and related challenges like loneliness and grief.

How would you describe her therapy style?

The approach is conversational and practical, using client-centered listening paired with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.

What is her professional background?

She has worked in clinical settings since 2004, providing individual and group care for trauma, mood concerns, and substance use across inpatient and outpatient programs.

Which credentials and where does she practice?

She holds a Master of Social Work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with credentials in Tennessee and Arizona, and practices in Arizona.

In what language are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Confirm current session options with the service before booking to learn which formats this therapist is offering at the time you schedule.

How does cost work for sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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