Lori Matheson, LPC

Lori Matheson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan who helps people facing stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, depression, and major life changes. She works with individuals dealing with ADHD, addiction concerns, grief, relationship and intimacy questions, and career or self-esteem struggles. Lori speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps that fit each person’s life.

She believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths into therapy. Conversations are guided by the client’s goals and values, with the therapist offering tools and steady support. Lori emphasizes small, doable changes and realistic ways to cope with daily pressures.

Her approach draws on several evidence-based methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior that get in the way, while Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people make choices aligned with what matters most. Mindfulness techniques are offered to manage stress and improve focus.

Lori has 15 years of clinical experience and works from a collaborative mindset. She encourages gentle curiosity about difficult feelings and practical practice between sessions. The aim is to build habits that reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

Clients can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where goals are set together. Lori supports people through transitions like divorce, caregiving stress, or health challenges and offers coaching-style guidance when helpful.

How therapy approaches shape online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action even when hard thoughts or feelings come up. It can help with depression, anxiety, and making changes that matter. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and offers straightforward exercises to shift them; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and sleep issues. Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening, empathy, and the person’s own pace for change, which can feel useful during transitions like divorce or caregiving stress.

Finding the right approach is part of working together. Lori will talk with each person about goals, daily routines, and what feels doable. She partners with clients to try techniques and adjust plans based on what helps most over time.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills in the places they live and work, and therapists can assign simple between-session exercises to keep progress moving. Ask about session length and options when you schedule so arrangements match your needs.