Lori Ranfeld , LPC

Lori Ranfeld is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 15 years of experience. She focuses on women's issues along with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns. Lori aims to make starting therapy feel manageable and supportive for people who are nervous about taking the first step.

She works to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment. Sessions tend to be straightforward and practical, with the goal of helping people find clearer ways to cope with daily pressures. Lori listens for what matters most to each person and helps set small, realistic goals.

Her practice covers a wide range of life challenges, including grief, trauma and abuse, addiction concerns, anger, self-esteem, and career questions. She also supports people dealing with ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating and sleeping problems, and intimacy-related issues. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, blended family challenges, communication problems, and women's issues.

Lori draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide conversations and suggest tools people can try between sessions. She values collaboration and tailors strategies to fit each person’s situation and preferences. Progress is approached one step at a time.

People who prefer remote care can connect in ways that fit their schedule and needs. Lori works with straightforward language and practical steps to help people manage life changes and build healthier routines.

How Lori Uses Practical Approaches Online

Evidence-based techniques here focus on clear, actionable steps. One common approach involves helping people identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more realistic, manageable thinking. This helps with stress, anxiety, and self-esteem struggles. Another approach focuses on coping skills and routines to improve sleep, manage anger, and reduce symptoms related to mood conditions like bipolar disorder. These skills are taught in short, practiceable exercises.

Choosing the best approach is a team effort. Lori works with clients to figure out which techniques match their goals, needs, and daily life. She adjusts strategies over time and checks in about what is working and what needs to change so the plan feels useful and doable.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit differing schedules and preferences. Video calls are useful for longer discussions and more interactive work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text let people share thoughts in writing and fit support around work or caregiving responsibilities.