As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, and self-esteem concerns with compassionate, culturally responsive care.
I specialize in supporting individuals through nuanced personal growth journeys, focusing on areas like self-love, communication skills, life purpose exploration, and healing from codependency. My approach honors each person's unique experiences, with particular sensitivity to blended families, caregiver stress, and aging-related transitions.
Drawing from a deep commitment to understanding human experiences, I create a supportive therapeutic environment that empowers clients to develop meaningful insights and sustainable emotional wellness. My work is grounded in respect, empathy, and a belief in each individual's inherent capacity for positive transformation.
Professional experience
14 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Coping with grief and loss Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Life purpose, Self-love
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She's been very instrumental in this on going healing process. I am glad that she is the therapist that was recommended for me.
Written on May 14, 2026 after therapy with Loren for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Loren is exceptional and has helped me not only to stay sober, and continues to support me through a difficult period with my wife. Loren is flexible regarding time/dates, always delivers relevant summaries, and offer fantastic and honest perspective. She is the best...
Written on May 13, 2026 after therapy with Loren for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning addictions
I absolutely enjoy talking to Ms. Loren. There’s no judgment and no bias opinions. She’s very informative and encouraging! I’d recommend Ms. Loren to everyone!
Written on Nov 11, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching,
Was originally apprehensive about therapy and doubtful it would help, though Loren really helped me through a tough time. Hats off to her.
Written on Sep 22, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She's very experienced.
Written on Jul 03, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
Loren has been so kind and welcoming as I start my therapy journey. She is very easy to talk to and helpful with finding solutions. She has such a sweet upbeat presence and is very patient. I would highly recommend seeing her!
Written on Jun 08, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
Loren is so awesome. She is very personable, very knowledgeable, very kind, and has really helped me through a lot of the issues that I’m facing. I really appreciate her and would highly recommend her services.
Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and
From then first conversation we had. I felt comfortable. She is a great listener, she checks up on me, and she gives good words of wisdom. I feel like she is very relatable.
Written on Feb 13, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Loren was been extremely awesome. Super friendly and caring. More than anything she is down to earth and i undderstanding but yet never gives you false hope.
Written on Jan 01, 2025 after therapy with Loren for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues
I feel very comfortable talking with Loren. She makes it easy for me to share my feelings. She has good suggestions to help me navigate through my feelings. I would definitely recommend her.
Written on Nov 13, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Loren is awesome. She lets you say what you want to no judgment. She's relaxed, really listens and has a great sense of humor. She guides you to what may help whatever you are struggling with wise advice and worksheets. I highly recommend Loren to everyone!
Written on Oct 03, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Loren has been like a breath of fresh air. She allows me to express myself and help me understand the feelings I'm feeling in during the most difficult moments. I really look forward to our meetings because she definitely has helped me stay more grounded. Before betterhelp.com there was constant confused and lost feeling. Loren is helping me tremendously!
Written on Aug 13, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I just love her realness.
Written on Jul 15, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Loren is an empathetic listening ear and provides actionable advice and I appreciated that she made Christian spiritual practice recommendations along with the standard recommendations. She did so in a respectful way by asking me first. I had previously indicated that I wanted a therapist who was in the same general faith tradition I am and so this wasn't out of the blue.
Written on Jun 26, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, anger management, and adhd
I really like talking to Loren. She is real, and easy to talk to. Feels like talking to a friend.
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
I really enjoyed our first session. She’s very personable. I loved that we ended our session with a devotional. Thank you!
Written on Mar 30, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Great lister ,very understanding
Written on Feb 20, 2024 after therapy with Loren for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and grief
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