Lori Parrs , LMHC

Lori Parrs is a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. As an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she has worked across diverse settings and with varied populations, building particular expertise in eating disorders, compulsive overeating, exercise and food addiction, body image and self-esteem challenges.

Her practice also addresses addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family issues, parenting concerns, and the practical stresses that accompany major life changes. Lori brings focused experience in areas such as abandonment and attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, and issues related to guilt, shame, and forgiveness.

Her clinical style is warm, accepting, and action-oriented, and she uses an integrative, holistic framework that blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with humanistic and solution-focused strategies to promote meaningful change. Lori tailors treatment to each individual, meeting clients where they are in the stages of change and collaborating on realistic, practical steps toward improved functioning and wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is useful for managing anxiety, depression, and patterns that keep people stuck by encouraging psychological flexibility and meaningful behavior change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and shifting behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, eating concerns, and many stress-related problems because it emphasizes practical tools and skill building.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship difficulties, and challenges with impulsive or self-destructive behaviors.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Lori collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent care across schedules and locations. These options allow therapists and licensed professionals to tailor session formats to what works best for the individual, supporting continuity of care and ongoing skill practice between sessions.