About

Lori Truesdell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 32 years of experience helping people navigate emotional challenges and life transitions. She works with adults facing depression, anxiety, stress, grief, low self-esteem, and the practical and emotional effects of major life changes. Lori also focuses on issues such as loneliness and isolation, panic disorder and panic attacks, social anxiety and phobia, and questions of life purpose, offering care attuned to each person’s needs.

Her therapeutic style is warm, steady, and strengths-based, with particular experience supporting older adults and those seeking a thoughtful, measured approach. Humor is part of her toolkit when appropriate - a way to ease tension, build rapport, and help clients find small moments of relief. Lori emphasizes collaboration, respect, and practical steps to restore resilience, rebuild a sense of purpose, and strengthen connections with others. Clients who seek a compassionate therapist with longstanding clinical experience can expect a respectful space that balances empathy, practical skills, and occasional lightness on the path toward growth.
Location:
Indiana, United States
Years Experience:
32
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IN LCSW 34001232A
  • NPI Number: 1730120148
  • License: LCSW (Indiana)

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Licensed professionals often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for change. CBT is goal-oriented and works well for anxiety, panic symptoms, depression, and stress by teaching skills to manage thoughts, behaviors, and emotional responses.

Lori also emphasizes a strengths-based approach that helps people build on existing resources and personal strengths. This approach supports recovery from grief, isolation, and life transitions by focusing on resilience, values, and small, achievable steps toward renewed purpose.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Lori works with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and current situation, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during major life changes, and engage in therapy from familiar surroundings while working with a licensed therapist who tailors care to individual needs.

How much experience does Lori Truesdell have?

Lori Truesdell has 32 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Lori Truesdell a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license in Indiana is listed as IN LCSW 34001232A.

In which languages does Lori Truesdell provide therapy?

Therapy with Lori Truesdell is provided in English.

Where is Lori Truesdell located?

She is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Lori Truesdell as my therapist?

You can work with Lori Truesdell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lori Truesdell work with international clients?

Lori Truesdell does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lori Truesdell cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.