What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Messaging with Lori has been extremely helpful and affirming. I appreciate that she gets back to me so quickly. She has been understanding and has provided valuable feedback and action items.”
More than 1 year ago
“Lori not only listens to and respects me, but she offers ways to manage stress and anxiety that fit my lifestyle and quirks. I love our sessions.”
More than 1 year ago
About Lori Brinkley
Focus areas
Anger Management
Mental Health Problem
Stress Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Relationship Counseling
Worry
Couples Therapy
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Dialectical (DBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Lori Brinkley
Hi! I am so happy you're here checking out resources and looking for support!
My name is Lori Brinkley. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 23 years of experience treating trauma/abuse, depression/anxiety, postpartum issues—from moms adjusting to new roles to postpartum stress and depression—anxious college students, adult children of alcoholics, co-dependency, parenting, co-parenting after divorce, boundaries, women going through divorce, the "sandwich" generation (caring for children while caring for an aging or ill parent), busy professionals struggling with work-life balance, adoptees navigating adoption trauma, and couples feeling disconnected and isolated. I do a unique "couple's counseling for one," when one partner is not ready or willing to attend. I meet with the willing participant to learn tools, coping skills, or boundaries to improve connection and communication.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from East Carolina University and my Bachelor’s from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. My approach is warm and nurturing, yet direct and confrontational as needed. I believe it is imperative to challenge patterns and make difficult connections, but you can only push as much as you support. Humor is infused into sessions as it is a huge part of my personality and helps make therapy fun (because therapy should be fun)! I am an advanced generalist who uses various tools, relying heavily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, strengths, and problem-solving.
I am a mom of two college-aged kids (yikes, when did that happen?). I spend time outside—especially at the beach—because nature is a healing and calming force in my life. I love reading suspense books or watching character-driven movies. I have seen all the Star Wars and Avengers movies because my son loved them, and I fell in love with them too. I am a waterfall hunter and love to travel.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Divorce Counseling
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Divorce Counseling
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- East Carolina University, Master's in Social Work
- University of North Carolina ,Wilmington (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1124047972
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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13 reviews
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I am very thankful for Lori and cannot say enough positive things about working with her!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I am very thankful for Lori and cannot say enough positive things about working with her!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Messaging with Lori has been extremely helpful and affirming. I appreciate that she gets back to me so quickly. She has been understanding and has provided valuable feedback and action items.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori not only listens to and respects me, but she offers ways to manage stress and anxiety that fit my lifestyle and quirks. I love our sessions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori is literally the best. Prior to her all of my therapy experiences have been extremely negative. She has such a warm and genuine approach she made things so much more comfortable for me to open up right away. She has great perspective and is incredibly open minded . I am sad I need to rematch with her because of the state guidelines but I highly recommend her to anyone in her state!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I have always struggled with connecting with therapists. I have only ever connected with one other therapist other than Lori and I talk about her all thr time with Lori. I love working with Lori and how she makes me feel comfortable and pushes me to work through my tremendous trauma. I love that she is responsive, yet loving and forgiving. She is open and honest and I love that she has helped me try to navigate to a better me, so I can be healthy for me and my kids. I love you Lori!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori has been an extreme bright spot in my life! She is incredibly relatable while still being so helpful and understanding. She has made the start of my counseling journey a breeze and I appreciate her so much.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
I have always struggled with connecting with therapists. I have only ever connected with one other therapist other than Lori and I talk about her all thr time with Lori. I love working with Lori and how she makes me feel comfortable and pushes me to work through my tremendous trauma. I love that she is responsive, yet loving and forgiving. She is open and honest and I love that she has helped me try to navigate to a better me, so I can be healthy for me and my kids. I love you Lori!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori has been an extreme bright spot in my life! She is incredibly relatable while still being so helpful and understanding. She has made the start of my counseling journey a breeze and I appreciate her so much.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Messaging with Lori has been extremely helpful and affirming. I appreciate that she gets back to me so quickly. She has been understanding and has provided valuable feedback and action items.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori not only listens to and respects me, but she offers ways to manage stress and anxiety that fit my lifestyle and quirks. I love our sessions.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lori is literally the best. Prior to her all of my therapy experiences have been extremely negative. She has such a warm and genuine approach she made things so much more comfortable for me to open up right away. She has great perspective and is incredibly open minded . I am sad I need to rematch with her because of the state guidelines but I highly recommend her to anyone in her state!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
February 28, 2023Celeste T.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does Lori Brinkley work with?
Lori Brinkley works with Rula Health - North Carolina.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lori Brinkley?
Lori Brinkley 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 Brinkley on their profile.
What languages does Lori Brinkley speak?
Lori Brinkley speaks English.
How do patients rate Lori Brinkley in reviews?
13 patients have reviewed Lori Brinkley. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.