Lori is kind, compassionate, and a skilled therapist. She responds in a timely manner, is willing to communicate in different formats, and has worked closely to match my schedule when needed. I highly recommend Lori!
Lori Brinkley, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lori is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Lori. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
Lori is literally the best. Prior to her all of my therapy experiences have been extremely negative. She has such a warm and genuine approach she made things so much more comfortable for me to open up right away. She has great perspective and is incredibly open minded . I am sad I need to rematch with her because of the state guidelines but I highly recommend her to anyone in her state!
More about Lori
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hi! I am so happy you're here checking out resources and looking for support!
My name is Lori Brinkley. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 yeas of experience treating trauma/abuse, depression/anxiety, post partum issues from moms adjusting to their new roles to post partum stress and depression, anxious college students, adult children of alcoholics, co-dependency, parenting, co-parenting after divorce, boundaries, women going through the transition of divorce, "sandwich" generation (those caring for their children while caring for an aging/ill parent, busy professionals struggling with work life balance, adoptees who need help navigating the trauma of adoption, and couples feeling disconnected and isolated. I do a unique thing called "couple's counseling for one" which is when one partner is not ready, willing or doesn't believe in therapy. I meet with the willing participant to learn new tools and coping skills or boundaries to implement in their relationship with the goal of improving connection and communication.
My approach is warm and nurturing, yet direct and confrontational as needed. I believe it is imperative to challenge patterns and make difficult connections but I know you can only push as much as you support. Humor is infused into sessions as it is a huge part of my personality, but it helps make therapy fun (and I believe therapy should be fun)! I am an advanced generalist who uses a variety of tools relying heavily n Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, strengths, and problem solving.
I am a mom of two college aged kids (yikes when did that happen). I spend my time doing anything outside. especially the beach, but nature is such a healing and calming force in my life. I love to read a good suspense book or watch a good character driven movie. I have seen all of the Star Wars and Avengers movies, because my son loved them but I have to admit I fell in love with them too. I am a waterfall hunter, and love to travel. My bucket list mostly consists of places I want to explore. I did a Tough Mudder 7 years ago and it was one of the BEST experiences of my life, facing my fears head on, overcoming them one by one and evolving every step of the 12 mile/26 obstacle process!
Life is short. It is filled with beauty and stress and joy and devastation and then some. Perspective is key, but we can only explore other perspectives once true understanding and validation has happened. I hope you will reach out so we can work together to reach your unique goals and cultivate more joy in your life.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lori Brinkley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124047972.
- LCSW · North Carolina · C004200 · Expires June 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Lori Brinkley
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Lori is kind, compassionate, and a skilled therapist. She responds in a timely manner, is willing to communicate in different formats, and has worked closely to match my schedule when needed. I highly recommend Lori!
Lori is literally the best. Prior to her all of my therapy experiences have been extremely negative. She has such a warm and genuine approach she made things so much more comfortable for me to open up right away. She has great perspective and is incredibly open minded . I am sad I need to rematch with her because of the state guidelines but I highly recommend her to anyone in her state!
I am very thankful for Lori and cannot say enough positive things about working with her!
Messaging with Lori has been extremely helpful and affirming. I appreciate that she gets back to me so quickly. She has been understanding and has provided valuable feedback and action items.
I have always struggled with connecting with therapists. I have only ever connected with one other therapist other than Lori and I talk about her all thr time with Lori. I love working with Lori and how she makes me feel comfortable and pushes me to work through my tremendous trauma. I love that she is responsive, yet loving and forgiving. She is open and honest and I love that she has helped me try to navigate to a better me, so I can be healthy for me and my kids. I love you Lori!
Lori has been an extreme bright spot in my life! She is incredibly relatable while still being so helpful and understanding. She has made the start of my counseling journey a breeze and I appreciate her so much.
She is so refreshing and genuine. A much better experience than I’ve had with other counselors
Lori not only listens to and respects me, but she offers ways to manage stress and anxiety that fit my lifestyle and quirks. I love our sessions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lori Brinkley offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lori Brinkley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Lori Brinkley speak?
Lori Brinkley speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lori Brinkley have?
Lori Brinkley has 3 years of experience.
Where is Lori Brinkley licensed to practice?
Lori Brinkley is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Lori Brinkley accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lori Brinkley does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Lori Brinkley offer?
Lori Brinkley offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lori Brinkley?
Lori Brinkley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Lori Brinkley?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.