Lori Karman , LMHC, LPCC

Lori Karman is a licensed mental health counselor and licensed professional clinical counselor with 15 years of experience. She practices in Indiana and helps adults address common stressors that get in the way of daily life. Lori is straightforward and practical in sessions and offers faith-based encouragement when clients want to include Christian beliefs in their work.

Lori focuses on skill-building for issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, sleep struggles, and anger. She also helps people with ADHD, self-esteem, grief, and career or parenting concerns. Her work emphasizes concrete tools people can use between sessions to manage tough moments.

Her approach blends evidence-informed methods like cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment ideas, attachment-based perspectives, emotionally-focused conversation, and client-centered listening. That mix lets Lori tailor strategies to fit each person's situation and goals.

In sessions Lori aims to create a calm, goal-oriented space where people can try new habits and test what helps. She often starts by identifying immediate, practical steps to reduce distress and build confidence. Over time those small changes are turned into lasting coping routines.

Lori is also experienced addressing specific concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, blended family adjustments, and coping with illness or aging. She guides people through transitions with a focus on skills, clarity, and steady progress.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and to take actions that align with their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve functioning. It often helps with anxiety, sleep problems, and anger. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding strong emotions and how they shape relationships and personal reactions; it can assist with grief, attachment concerns, and communication struggles.

Deciding which approach fits best is a shared process. Lori will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, then try methods that suit the person’s needs. Sessions can mix elements from different approaches so work stays practical and relevant.

Online sessions offer flexibility for people with busy schedules or transportation limits. Video calls let therapists observe nonverbal cues and run exercises that need visual contact. Phone sessions or live chat can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is limited. Text-based messaging is helpful for quick check-ins or brief coaching between scheduled sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life while keeping the focus on usable skills and steady progress.