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Lori Leftenant, LISW

Compassionate Ohio LISW with 19 years experience
  • Collaborative care
  • Evidence-based tools
  • Support for change

About Lori Leftenant

Lori Leftenant is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 19 years of experience in mental health. She centers her practice on building a strong foundation of trust and clear communication so clients can make meaningful progress. As a seasoned listener, she approaches each person with care and sensitivity while tailoring strategies to the unique background and concerns presented.

She draws from multiple therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, selecting techniques that align with a client’s goals and life circumstances. Lori aims to provide a balanced, practical plan for addressing the issues clients bring to therapy, whether they involve stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, or other life transitions.

Lori views the therapeutic relationship as a partnership and considers it a privilege to support people through change and healing. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, clarity, and steady support as clients work toward improved coping, renewed perspective, and healthier patterns in daily life.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesForgivenessHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sex addictionWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lori Leftenant have?

Lori Leftenant has 19 years of experience working in the field of mental health.

Is Lori Leftenant a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW credential. LISW stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her Ohio license is listed as OH LISW I.1200092-SUPV.

In which languages does Lori Leftenant provide therapy?

Lori provides therapy in English.

Where is Lori Leftenant located?

She is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Lori Leftenant as my therapist?

You can work with Lori through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lori Leftenant work with international clients?

Lori Leftenant does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lori Leftenant 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.

Online Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, often called CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with more constructive alternatives. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday challenges and provides practical skills for coping and problem solving.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches skills for staying present and observing thoughts and emotions without judgment. This approach can reduce reactivity to stress, improve emotional regulation, and support overall well-being by helping people respond more intentionally in difficult moments.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on goals and strengths rather than on problems alone. It helps clients build on what already works in their lives and develop concrete steps toward desired changes, making it useful for time-limited work and goal-oriented issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lori collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical benefits such as scheduling flexibility and easier access to care. Lori provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication styles and life demands, making it simpler for people to engage consistently in their work toward change and healing.

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