Lorraine Poole, LPC, LMHC

Lorraine Poole is a licensed counselor with five years of professional experience, holding credentials as an LPC and an LMHC. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) indicate formal clinical training and state licensure to provide mental health services in clinical settings. She is licensed in Texas and Washington and maintains a practice rooted in evidence-based care.

Her work focuses on stress and anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence, motivation, coping with life changes, and addictions. Lorraine emphasizes practical strategies and emotional support to help clients navigate difficult transitions and manage everyday pressures. She blends compassionate listening with goal-oriented techniques to address symptoms and build resilience over time.

Lorraine fosters an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared safely. She collaborates with each person to identify priorities, set realistic goals, and develop skills that translate into daily life. Lorraine recognizes that beginning therapy can be a courageous step and affirms the strength it takes to reach out for support.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Lorraine relies on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and personal insight. One approach emphasizes building coping skills and stress management strategies to reduce anxiety and improve daily functioning - this helps when worry or overwhelm interferes with work, relationships, or routines. Another approach centers on exploring and reshaping unhelpful thinking patterns and self-beliefs to alleviate depression and strengthen self-esteem - this supports increased motivation and more confident decision making. A third strand involves behavioral and problem-solving strategies to navigate life transitions and address addictive patterns by setting clear goals and developing healthier routines.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Lorraine works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She reviews progress regularly and adjusts methods to ensure the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and the ability to connect from different settings. These formats can make it easier to access consistent care, practice new skills between sessions, and maintain therapeutic momentum while balancing other responsibilities.