Lori Ayala, MS, CA | Psychotherapist

About Lori Ayala

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Transition

Peer Relationship Struggles

Bipolar Disorder

Mood Disorders

Self Esteem Issues

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Christian Counseling

Gestalt

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Lori Ayala

Hola, my name is Lori Ayala. I have been in the mental health field for about ten years. I hold a Master’s in Counseling from the University of Phoenix, and my credentials include Professional Clinical Counseling (LPCC) and Marriage Family Therapy (AMFT). I focus on my clients’ needs; therefore, I use an eclectic approach because not every case is the same. However, I often use psychodynamics to help clients go deeper. When not wearing my therapist hat, I enjoy hiking, running, watching movies and shows, traveling, eating, and doing all of the above with my dogs Luna, Jango, and Koa. My approach Although eclectic, I assess the client during the first session and share what may be the best approach for the presenting problem. Often, I use psychodynamic with an attachment theory lens. The client narrates their childhood (formative years), where we explore the formation of their attachment style and personality. This is essential to understand presenting problems and find grace to leave the past in the past. My focus I enjoy working with clients ready for change who desire to learn communication, set boundaries, express feelings and emotions, and break generational trauma. I work with teens and adults, generally serving clients 13 years and older. I speak Spanish; therefore, me encantaría trabajar con latin@s. My communication style I have an open and honest approach with clients. I am known to be blunt and direct in my personal life, which I do not shy away from in therapy. I value respect and transparency; clients see a genuine human during sessions. I encourage clients to share their thoughts and feedback at all times. My journey to mental healthcare I believe God has a divine way of working life out; He puts people where they need to be and with whom they need to be. There is no doubt God knew your pain and hardships long before you got here.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

University of Phoenix, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1447720552

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What practice does Lori Ayala work with?

Lori Ayala works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lori Ayala?

Lori Ayala frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lori Ayala on their profile.