Lori Wilson , LCSW

Lori Wilson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a long history of supporting people facing mental health and substance use challenges. She entered the field in 2004 and combines academic training with hands-on clinical experience, holding both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in social work with a specialty in substance use disorder treatment and clinical services.

Licensed to practice in Arizona and Tennessee and also credentialed as a substance use counselor in Arizona, she has worked across a range of settings including residential treatment for pregnant and postpartum women, inpatient and outpatient programs, and services for Veterans addressing mental health and substance use. Her work has included individual therapy and group facilitation for trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction, reflecting a focus on practical skills and recovery.

Since May 2022 she has provided remote therapy as a contracted clinician and values the flexibility of meeting clients through different modalities. Lori’s practice addresses a broad set of concerns such as stress, relationships, grief, eating and sleeping issues, parenting, ADHD, and coping with life changes, using evidence-informed approaches to meet each person where they are.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the individual's experience and creates a nonjudgmental space where the person’s goals and values guide the work; it is useful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and strengthening relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building, and is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented approach that helps people explore their ambivalence about change and find internal motivation, particularly useful for substance use and behavior change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. As a licensed professional, Lori works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. The aim is to tailor care so it feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as the ability to meet by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which can make scheduling easier and reduce travel barriers. These options support continuity of care and allow therapists and clients to maintain consistent sessions while adapting to busy lives and changing needs.