Lori Hancock-Muck, LMHC
Addiction-focused licensed counselor in Iowa
- Addiction and recovery
- Client-centered care
- CBT and motivational interviewing
About Lori Hancock-Muck
Lori Hancock-Muck is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings a compassionate, strengths-based approach to working with individuals, adolescents, and families facing addiction and related life challenges. With 15 years of experience in behavioral health, she has supported people in a variety of settings, including correctional facilities, community mental health centers, outpatient substance use programs, and employee and student assistance services. Her work emphasizes that each person knows their own story and carries strengths that can be mobilized to create meaningful change.
She specializes in addiction services and addresses a broad range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, life purpose, midlife concerns, and financial stress.
Lori uses a mix of evidence-informed methods - including motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client-centered approaches - to tailor treatment plans to each person’s goals and strengths. She frames change as a courageous process that can be gradual and sustainable, and she aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
She specializes in addiction services and addresses a broad range of concerns such as stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, drug and alcohol addiction, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, life purpose, midlife concerns, and financial stress.
Lori uses a mix of evidence-informed methods - including motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client-centered approaches - to tailor treatment plans to each person’s goals and strengths. She frames change as a courageous process that can be gradual and sustainable, and she aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lori Hancock-Muck have?
Lori Hancock-Muck has 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field.
Is Lori Hancock-Muck a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMHC credential. License details: IA LMHC 00825.
In which languages does Lori Hancock-Muck provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lori Hancock-Muck located?
She is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Lori Hancock-Muck as my therapist?
You can work with Lori Hancock-Muck through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lori Hancock-Muck work with international clients?
No. Lori Hancock-Muck does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lori Hancock-Muck cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Delivered Through Online Care
Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where the person’s own perspective and strengths guide the work. This approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, grief, and navigating life transitions by centering the individual’s goals and pace.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-oriented method that helps people identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, stress, and managing impulses related to addiction.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation style designed to enhance motivation for change. It is especially useful for people facing ambivalence about substance use, recovery, or other behavior changes, and it pairs well with other therapeutic techniques.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lori works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts plans based on progress and feedback so the work remains person-centered and goal-focused.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic limits. These formats make it easier to access support from licensed professionals while maintaining continuity of care and fitting therapy into everyday life.