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Loraine (Lori) Sawyer, LMHC

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Parenting issues Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

I am a therapist licensed in Hawai'i with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of challenges including depression, PTSD, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting challenges. I have specialized experience supporting parents of children with special needs. I also have extensive experience working with young adults who have experienced trauma and want to learn new skills that can help them to thrive.

I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach and have a comprehensive understanding of trauma informed care which means I strive to be empathetic , kind, and compassionate. I am a proponent of positive psychology and focus on using strengths to support change.

It takes courage to ask for help and my goal is to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Professional experience

15yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Parenting issues Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Forgiveness, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

HI LMHC 470

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Loraine (Lori) Sawyer. 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.

I've come a long way from where I started with Lori. She's patient and has a keen sense of when to ask the right question that make me think differently, and I appreciate it.

Written on Jul 17, 2024 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes

Lori is wonderful, I feel safe speaking about any subject with her and believe in her ability to help process things. She also provides tools to move forward.

Written on May 31, 2024 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties

She’s a wonderful, caring, compassionate and delightful women/therapist. She brings a comforting and warm energy to each session and helps you really learn a lot about yourself!! I would highly recommend having her as a therapist because she’s truly so helpful.

Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd

Lori is very attentive and asks great questions. I've worked with a few different therapist, but Lori actually listens and tries to understand instead of just assuming she knows what I'm going through. I appreciate her compassion and helpful ways of looking at things.

Written on Mar 29, 2024 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Lori is thoughtful, insightful, empathetic, and grounding. Working with her has been a great experience.

Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Lori is a WONDERFUL listener and a great support. She's done a lot to help me navigate through obstacles, and continues to support me through difficult times. I look forward to our sessions every week.

Written on Oct 03, 2023 after therapy with Loraine (Lori) for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and adhd