- Warm and interactive
- CBT and attachment
- Practical skill building
About Lori
Lori Gieseler is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience in Louisiana. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Lori aims to meet people where they are and help them take practical steps toward better daily functioning and self-care.
Her approach is warm and interactive. She uses client-centered techniques to guide conversations and help people notice patterns that matter. Lori often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior in day-to-day situations.
She has worked with adolescents, adults, and couples and has supported people dealing with mood disorders and relationship challenges. Lori has particular experience helping partners of sex addicts and those adjusting to unexpected changes in life.
Lori pays attention to attachment issues, abandonment concerns, and the stresses caregivers face. She also works with people facing aging and geriatric issues, family of origin struggles, codependency, and communication problems. Her sessions aim to be respectful, practical, and tailored to each person's needs.
People who choose Lori can expect reflective questions, collaborative goal-setting, and strategies to try between sessions. She encourages small, steady steps toward healthier responses and clearer personal boundaries. The goal is clearer thinking, more effective choices, and a greater sense of self-worth.
How Lori’s approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on relationships and patterns that formed early in life. It helps people understand how these patterns affect current connections and reactions, which can ease relationship stress and attachment concerns.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance. The therapist follows the person's lead, uses reflective questions, and helps people set their own goals and priorities in therapy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful thinking. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process may include trying different techniques and checking in about what works best.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Some people find remote sessions easier to fit into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins, or make it simpler to join when travel or time is limited. Talk with the therapist during scheduling about how sessions will be structured and what to expect so they can be arranged to match everyday life.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Lori commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is described as warm and interactive. She uses reflective questions and collaborative goal-setting to help people notice patterns and try new responses.
How much experience does she have?
She has 30 years of clinical experience working in Louisiana with adolescents, adults, and couples in a variety of settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds a Master of Social Work and is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.