Lori Gordon, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting emotional well-being
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and trauma care
- Individualized treatment plans
About Lori Gordon
Lori Gordon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 16 years of professional experience, offering compassionate care to people navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and depression. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and a commitment to understanding their unique circumstances, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to match individual needs and goals.
Licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois, Lori draws on a range of therapeutic skills to support clients through difficult transitions and persistent struggles. Her work emphasizes collaboration - listening carefully, validating experience, and helping clients identify practical steps forward while honoring their pace and values. She recognizes the courage it takes to seek help and aims to make the process as approachable and supportive as possible.
Lori focuses on building a therapeutic relationship that centers the client, adapts to changing needs, and supports growth over time. She encourages people to acknowledge the progress of taking that first step toward help and remains dedicated to providing steady, compassionate guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
Licensed to practice in Missouri and Illinois, Lori draws on a range of therapeutic skills to support clients through difficult transitions and persistent struggles. Her work emphasizes collaboration - listening carefully, validating experience, and helping clients identify practical steps forward while honoring their pace and values. She recognizes the courage it takes to seek help and aims to make the process as approachable and supportive as possible.
Lori focuses on building a therapeutic relationship that centers the client, adapts to changing needs, and supports growth over time. She encourages people to acknowledge the progress of taking that first step toward help and remains dedicated to providing steady, compassionate guidance throughout the therapeutic journey.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lori Gordon have?
Lori Gordon has 16 years of professional experience.
Is Lori Gordon a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: MO LCSW 2008011624.
In which languages does Lori Gordon provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Lori Gordon located?
Lori Gordon is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Lori Gordon as my therapist?
You can work with Lori Gordon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lori Gordon work with international clients?
Lori Gordon does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lori Gordon 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 with therapy 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 and Flexible Online Care
Lori uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and build willingness to face difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the pace and content of sessions and gains self-understanding and self-acceptance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical strategies to change reactions and improve daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Lori collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration allows adjustments over time as circumstances and priorities shift.
Online therapy with Lori can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to keep consistent appointments, integrate therapy into a busy life, and maintain contact during times of change or transition while working with licensed professionals and therapists who focus on practical, skills-based support.