As a licensed therapist in New York, I bring over two decades of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients navigating challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and interpersonal dynamics. I specialize in addressing multicultural concerns, social anxiety, family conflicts, and healing from difficult life experiences.
My approach is deeply compassionate and culturally responsive, with a strong commitment to understanding each client's unique journey. I create a supportive environment that honors individual experiences, particularly for those impacted by prejudice, discrimination, and systemic challenges. My therapeutic work focuses on fostering self-love, improving communication, and developing resilient coping strategies.
I am passionate about helping clients transform pain into personal growth, offering skilled guidance through stress, relationship difficulties, and healing from past trauma. My goal is to walk alongside you, providing thoughtful, affirming support as you navigate your path toward emotional wellness and self-discovery.
Professional experience
26 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Depression
Additional areas of focus:Coping with addictions, LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Codependency, Communication problems, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Lorie Boyd. 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.
Lorie is incredibly kind, compassionate, and easy to talk to. She creates a space where I feel genuinely heard, supported, and never judged. I really appreciate how thoughtful and caring she is, and I’m grateful for the support she has given me. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who truly listens and cares.
Written on Sep 13, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I love Lorie ! She has really helped me through some hard and painful times and also works with me on healing from my past
Written on Sep 12, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
From our first conversation on the phone and back and forth through text, she’s been wonderful and patient with me and I appreciate her helping me.
Written on Aug 19, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Lori Boyd therapeutic approach is not like any other; it is more of a girlfriend conversation and she knows when to push the therapeutic button to shift in to therapy mode . It’s done smoothly and effortless and makes me feel as if i am in conversation with a best friend .
Written on Aug 13, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Lorie is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and caring. She is very skilled at listening to your concerns and providing resources to help you get back on your feet!
Written on Aug 05, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
So far she's been amazing... Attentive, knowledgeable, compassionate but truthful
Written on May 21, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching
She is clear and concise
Written on Feb 15, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Lorie is so real! I appreciate her so much. She makes me look at myself and the way I think things through in ways I could not get to without her. I feel like I’ve made a lot of progress and just having the option to reach out to her and have my maintenance type of therapy has been wonderful. I really do feel like she’s always there in case something like a crisis happens or just checking in. She’s wonderful!
Written on Jan 21, 2026 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Kind thoughtful and reliable. Thankful for Lorie !
Written on Dec 09, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Lorie is a great therapist and she holds me accountable to what I say I'm going to do. She is a wonderful guide and she truly cares about what's best for me overall.
Written on Nov 22, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Patient & capable
Written on Sep 12, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression
Lorie Boyd is a strong listener while also offering expertise.
Written on Sep 11, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Lorie has been such an amazing blessing to come into my life! She knows just what to say and how to say it while finding that balance of being comforting and caring and also to the point about what is it you need to talk about and how to work towards the next steps. In just the few months that I have been with her, she has helped me beyond words. Thank you Lorie for everything!
Written on Aug 07, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
Lorie knows me better and challenges me more than people I have known my whole life. Highly recommend.
Written on Jul 09, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Just starting out with Lorie but she has been great. Tough love when needed, support always. Lets me lead the conversations until she hears something worth diving deeper into
Written on May 07, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
We only had one session so far. She listens, is responsive, and knowledgeable. We look forward to our future sessions.
Written on Apr 24, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Lorie is awesome! Would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Apr 09, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
She’s the goat
Written on Mar 08, 2025 after therapy with Lorie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Lorie is a wonderful therapist. Working with her has helped me greatly in building a better understanding of myself and the personal goals I would like to achieve. She always approaches our sessions with warmth, and has created a safe space that I feel grateful for. I highly recommend Lorie as a therapist.
Written on Dec 16, 2024 after therapy with Lorie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Lorie is insightful, understanding and caring. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Aug 08, 2024 after therapy with Lorie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
words can not describe Lorie! she is the most amazing, understanding and loving person! she always makes my day, after talking with her!
Written on May 30, 2024 after therapy with Lorie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She gets me. She is intuitive and kind and honest.
Written on May 23, 2024 after therapy with Lorie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and adhd
Lorie is truly an expert in her field. She listens with empathy and makes excellent suggestions. She challenges me to think about life and problems in new ways and to find solutions. I would strongly recommend her as a therapist.
Written on Apr 14, 2024 after therapy with Lorie for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
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