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Lori Cunningham, LCSW-R

Experienced New York LCSW-R
  • Compassionate collaborative care
  • Evidence informed techniques
  • Support for life transitions

About Lori Cunningham

Lori Cunningham is a New York based licensed clinician with 24 years of experience supporting people through anxiety, depression, stress, and major life transitions. As an LCSW-R - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is registered in New York - she blends practical skills with empathic listening to help clients build stronger coping strategies and clearer self-understanding.

Her work focuses on challenges such as low self-esteem, social anxiety, mood disorders, panic attacks, and the emotional strain of caregiving. She also offers targeted support for men and women navigating midlife changes, relationship and communication difficulties, and concerns around guilt, shame, forgiveness, and life purpose. Lori draws on a collaborative style that invites reflection and active problem solving while honoring each person s individual experience.

Across varied life stages she aims to create a respectful atmosphere where people can explore past wounds, strengthen self-compassion, and develop tools for daily life. Whether addressing isolation, improving communication, or pursuing personal growth, she guides clients with steady clinical expertise and a compassionate, goal-oriented approach.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Lori Cunningham have?

Lori Cunningham has 24 years of experience.

Is Lori Cunningham a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LCSW-R. License details: NY LCSW-R 081774.

In which languages does Lori Cunningham provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Lori Cunningham located?

She is located in New York.

How can I work with Lori Cunningham as my therapist?

You can work with Lori Cunningham through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lori Cunningham work with international clients?

Lori Cunningham does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lori Cunningham cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Lori Cunningham

Lori Cunningham uses client-centered methods and evidence-based therapies to help people manage symptoms and pursue meaningful change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration - the therapist listens deeply and follows the client s pace to build insight and self-compassion, which is helpful for issues like low self-esteem, life transitions, and isolation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, and panic symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense mood swings, persistent anxiety, and relationship struggles.

Lori approaches treatment as a collaborative process - she and the client work together to decide which methods fit the person s goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time based on what is most helpful. That flexibility supports steady progress and real-world skill building.

Online therapy with Lori is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing scheduling flexibility and easier access from home or work. These options make it simpler to fit sessions into a busy life while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional who can tailor the approach to each individual.

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