Lori Shields

Life can be challenging, but it can also be filled with growth, healing, and meaningful change. My passion is helping people become the best version of themselves through a compassionate, supportive, and encouraging therapeutic relationship. I believe that lasting growth happens when we feel understood and accepted, while also being gently challenged to move beyond the patterns that may be holding us back.

Approach My therapeutic approach is grounded in Attachment Theory and Trauma-Informed Care, recognizing how our relationships, experiences, and life events shape the way we view ourselves and connect with others. I believe healing occurs within a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship where clients feel supported while working toward meaningful change.

Therapy Modalities I draw from several evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Based Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and Gottman Method principles to help individuals and couples better understand their patterns, strengthen communication, and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Trauma For clients working through trauma, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). These approaches can help process difficult experiences, reduce emotional distress, increase self-understanding, and promote lasting healing and resilience.

What to expect Because every person and relationship is unique, I tailor therapy to meet your specific needs, goals, and experiences, creating a personalized path toward healing, growth, and greater well-being.