Welcome! Choosing a counselor is an important decision and I hope this page gives you a better idea about me and what it might be like to work with me.
First of all, why am I on this platform? Because I’m excited about the power of text-based therapies to transform and heal. I myself had an experience as a client with a text-based counselor and I found it one of the most helpful things I ever did. The opportunity to write to your therapist whenever you want, as much as you want, is a powerful thing, especially when you trust your therapist to understand and be helpful.
Trust of course takes time to build and cannot happen automatically.
My own approach has to do with empathy, trust, and a willingness to challenge you in hopefully just the right way. I try to get to know you and get to know what kind of challenges are likely to be most helpful to you: some people respond well to a “tougher” approach while others benefit from an approach that is more gentle.
My views on life: I think life is often difficult by its nature. And also can be wonderful. The goal is not perfection or constant bliss but rather improvement: Let’s make life a little bit better week by week. That requires courage and it requires kindness: learning to accept yourself and also to face down fears and insecurities.
So I’m here to help with both those things, by offering empathy, questions, input. Support and guidance. Occasional cheerleading.
I like my work and look forward to getting to know you! Counseling can be a lot more interesting than it might seem from the outside. Think of it as an adventure in personal insight and personal transformation: an opportunity to change, to heal, to grow.
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Education: St. Edwards University, Masters in Counseling, 2012.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Depression
TX LPC 69414
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Adrian Lory. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Adrian truly cares and goes above and beyond what you would expect. Just knowing you have Adrian in your corner is incredibly supportive.
Written on Oct 15, 2020 after therapy with Adrian for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
My counselor is a calm and present person. He listens to me even when I am ranting and gives me the space to open up on my own pace.
Written on Aug 10, 2020 after therapy with Adrian for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Adrian is wonderful and truly takes the time to read everything I say and respond accordingly. I’m new to therapy however his approach helps me feel comfortable and open. I have already recommended him to a friend!
Written on Jun 26, 2020 after therapy with Adrian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes