Seeking help during times of difficulty is one of the more courageous acts a person can make. Early experiences wire us to respond in specific patterns as we navigate through our life. As we grow and change, sometimes these learned behaviors no longer help us, and may be creating problems in relationships or other aspects of living. Through therapy, I create a safe environment to explore these patterns while developing a road map to create new pathways for improved mental well-being. During sessions, we examine thoughts and feelings, while building coping skills aimed at improving both inner well-being and outside relationships.

Thank you for taking the time to visit this page. I hope what you find here feels right for you. Everyone has basic human needs such as being heard and understood, affirmed, included, loved, and safe. These are met through healthy relationships with the world around us and form the foundation of our personal health and well-being. In meeting our needs, our behavior is purposeful, and no one sets out to fail. Therapy is a process of discovery, or re-discovery, of how to be our best selves and achieve a more satisfying, fulfilling, and enriched life.

I have many years of experience in human services; including the fields of mental health, social services, education, medicine and crisis intervention. I have worked with a variety of populations; urban and rural, racial and ethnic, cultural and religious, age and socio economic level. I have done counseling with children, adolescents, families and individuals. I have skills in crisis intervention, diagnosis and assessment, short term counseling, and group work. I have worked in the areas of sexual and domestic violence, serious and persistent mental illness, chronic pain and disease issues. I help clients adjust and cope with life changing events.

As a marriage and family therapist, I join my clients in the creative process of therapy to come up with helpful solutions to ease their struggles and bring more joy back into their lives. I strive to not only see my clients' emotional health, but also their physical, spiritual, and relational health, looking to each for clues that might hold healing. I work with all compositions of families and couples, as well as individuals, who are experiencing a wide variety of challenges: depression, anxiety, communication issues, life changes, self-esteem challenges, need for parenting support, spiritual issues, among others.

I enjoy working with a variety of patients and feel comfortable addressing a diverse array of presenting issues. I have over 30 years of experience in the mental health field.

Most of us are seeking some kind of peace in our lives. At times our lives feel off track. We feel stuck, and hungry for things to be different. I will teach you skills and tools to make the needed changes to create the life you want. I give homework at the end of every session to help change the patterns in life that aren't working. These tools will assist you in reconnecting with your own wisdom, and in guiding you to your own answers. It’s possible to live a life of peace and joy.

I am a psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults and parents. I am unapologetically optimistic about young people and truly believe that there is unlimited potential with individuals when it is properly discovered and nurtured. My experience at Amberwing and DBT allows me to help transition after treatment to ensure positive long-term results. I also specialize in transition from Essentia IOP, Adult Partial and Inpatient for both adolescents and adults. I work from a strengths based perspective and believe that the relationship with the client is the most important part of the journey to healing.

I strive to create a safe and nurturing atmosphere in which individuals can be supported in their efforts to change and grow. I have clinical training in the areas of grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, life changes, etc. I am also a trained Relationship Coach through the Relationship Coaching Institute and have had tremendous success in helping couples who are struggling with relationship issues such as ineffective communication, infidelity, lack of intimacy, loss of connection, blended families, and many other issues that prevent couples from living the fulfilling life they want to live.

More than just a way to capture attention, the spelling of Inner Fōkus also carries a personal meaning to the founders. The name is a nod to the German heritage shared by both Dr. Lori and Dr. Patrick, since “fōkus” is the correct spelling of “focus” in German. Our heritage, culture, and environment can have great impacts in shaping who we are. Our name, Inner Fōkus, also serves as a prominent reminder of the importance to occasionally break from current patterns and try new things.

Receive effective and accommodating therapy from the comfort of your own home. We offer support and guidance on your journey to healing and growth, through e-services online. Telehealth is a rapidly growing method of providing healthcare that is adapted to your busy lifestyle. You meet face to face with your own individual therapist, privately and conveniently. We use a safe and confidential, encrypted platform that is HIPAA compliant. It can be used with a desk top or through the mobile app.

I work hard in providing the kind of therapy that fits the individual in order to get the results beyond your expectations. I utilize your total life experience together with applying over 30 years of clinical experience to best serve those I work with. I offer a spiritual perspective for those interested for including their faith that can make therapy more cost effective and fulfilling. I like to work with people who have come to the end of their ropes, feeling discouraged with previous efforts and ready for change.

Your well-being is my passion. As a licensed therapist, I am very fortunate to help people feel better every day. My distinctive approach blends my years of training and experience with each person’s natural strengths and resources. Together, we find solutions that can help you feel better.

"Life is a Journey Not a Destination, and it all Begins with One Single Step" I work from a client centered approach focusing on strengths, goals, wellness, and overall wellbeing. I aim to connect with clients through a warm, calm, compassionate demeanor, in a safe supportive environment. I received a masters level degree from Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School. My focus since 2015 has been working with adults struggling with Substance Use Disorders. A bulk of my experience has been working with adult males, however I also work with women, and family members of those with addiction.

I am a clinical psychologist with over twenty years of experience in psychotherapy and assessment. I now focus on psychotherapy to assist my clients in discovering their strengths and improving their lives. Therapy modalities are chosen according to my clients' needs, and include psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based stress reduction, EMDR, play and family therapy.

Seeking support does require an investment of time and money, but the benefits can far outweigh the costs... feeling better emotionally (and sometimes physically), having a deeper understanding of yourself, gaining insight into others' behavior, improving skills at managing your thoughts, feelings and actions. It's truly an investment in yourself, and you don't have to go it alone! Call today to discuss how I can partner with you on your journey.

I enjoy working with people and helping them better understand and cope with life challenges in the pursuit of healthy living. I am comfortable treating issues of family relations/conflict, mood disorders, grief and loss, as well as an array of adolescent issues. My strengths are looking at each individual and connecting their stories in the effort to find wholeness.

As a doctoral-level psychologist, I offer 20+ years of experience. Northern Lights Counseling is a successful private practice founded in 2003, with business partner Penney Gooch, MS, LP. Women's issues are my specialty, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma, and troubled relationships. I also work with men and have a background in marital counseling. Rather than a cookie-cutter approach, I honor close attunement to YOU -- weaving your own strengths and wishes into an integrated mind-body-spirit. In today's rough seas, it is paramount to find a safe port in the storm.

Congratulations for trusting yourself enough to explore ways to make your life easier! This is what my work is all about-helping you make your life easier. We all deserve to feel fulfilled and happy in our lives. If you're not able to do this on your own right now, please call to see if I'm the right fit for you.

I believe strongly in patient-centered treatment. It is important for clients to take control of their goals and lives when in therapy. Nothing is more empowering than having your voice heard. I take a strengths-based approach to treatment to help the client realize their potential to be the change what they want to see in their life.

Although my clinical experience is diverse, I am currently accepting clients whose needs align with my current passion and area of research expertise. I welcome clients who are seeking to make changes in the area of lifestyle, exercise, attitude and nutrition. I am also seeing client's and couples who have been impacted by infidelity and are looking for support to navigate this difficult terrain.