TESTIMONIALS

Safety and non-judgemental

“Lori has been instrumental in helping me through several difficult times, one being the death of my mother.  As a therapist she is an empathic and active listener.  She offers help in a way that is gentle, practical, and empowering.  She has helped me to set achievable goals for myself and has helped me through self-assessment when I have difficulties reaching them.
 

She has a style that is original, and she is able to address her client’s issues whether they are big or small.  When Lori works with me I feel like she is genuinely hearing me and my concerns.  I don’t feel judged by her and I feel safe when I am in session with her.”  A.L.

"Vanessa always made me feel like she really heard what I had to say.  I felt very safe with her and found her feedback very insightful and helpful."  C.S.

Empathy & Compassion

“Lori is a passionate advocate for the empowerment of people.  Her therapy knowledge is enhanced by her empathy and compassion.  Her desire to always improve her skills with additional workshops and self-development is a benefit to her clients.”

“I have known her to be an extremely intelligent individual with a positive outlook on life.  Throughout the years that I have known Lori I have witnessed her desire to help those in need. During an extremely devastating part of my life Lori was always there for me. Her commitment, compassion, and non-judgmental support played a vital role in my surviving this difficult time. Without her support I may not have had the strength to have fought for the one thing I cherish most in my life.

It has been my privilege to have such a person as Lori in my life.” T.M.

"Struggling with a past of sexual abuse Vanessa guided me and helped me take back control of my life.  Fear overwhelmed me when I made the decision to get counselling but she understood my anxieties and taught me techniques to become a better person, spouse and parent.  I gained a sense of self-worth that enabled me to accomplish my goals.  I now consider myself healed!"  A. F.

"Vanessa is a pivotal part of who I have become.  My life would not be what it is if it weren't for her."  M. B.

Passionate Advocate

"Lori is a passionate advocate for the empowerment of people.  Her therapy knowledge is enhanced by her empathy and compassion.  Her desire to always improve her skills with additional workshop and self-development is a benefit to her clients." L.L.

"Vanessa has helped me reclaim my life!"

Clinical Supervision

“Lori was my clinical Supervisor at Womankind Addiction Service, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.

Throughout many years of working with Lori I have experienced first hand her ability to work with staff and clients in an empathetic and non-judgmental manner. As I have been able to observe Lori’s skills and abilities I have been able to internalize these qualities and apply them throughout my practice with clients.

At all times I found Lori to be dependable, reliable, honest and peace-loving.  These are the attributes of someone with exceptional character.  In addition the qualities and attributes that Lori is able to demonstrate consistently are those that would benefit and compliment any team.” K.B.