Lori Carrel, LCSW, TX | Psychotherapist

About Lori Carrel

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lori Carrel

Most people don't call a therapist the day something goes wrong. They call after months of telling everyone they're fine. Maybe it's anxiety that won't turn off. Maybe it's grief you never got room to feel, a relationship stuck in the same argument, or a stretch of depression where nothing sounds good anymore. I'm Lori Carrel, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Acceptance Path Counseling. I work with adults navigating anxiety and panic, depression, trauma and PTSD, grief and loss, chronic stress and burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, and the life transitions that leave you unsure who you are on the other side. I use a behavioral-based approach to the mind, which is a long way of saying we won't spend our time trying to talk you out of what you feel. We'll change your relationship to it, so it stops running the show and you can make choices based on what matters to you instead of what you're afraid of. You don't have to have it figured out before you get here. That's the work.

What should a new client know about working with you?

The first session isn't a test. You don't need a tidy summary of your life or a clear answer about what the "real" problem is. Most people don't have one. We'll find it together. A few things you can count on. I won't judge what you bring in. Whatever it is, it's very likely something I've sat with before. I'll be honest with you. If something isn't working, I'll say so and we'll change it. You deserve a therapist who tells you the truth kindly, not one who nods along for a year. You set the goals. I bring the structure and the tools. This is a working partnership, not a worksheet and a good-luck wave. And you can move at your own pace. Nothing gets forced. But I won't let us drift either, because you came here for your life to change, not for one pleasant hour a week.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

1. We get the full picture. Early sessions are about your story: what's happening now, what came before, what you've already tried, and what you want to be different. 2. We pick a direction. Together we decide what to work on first, so you always know what we're doing and why. Vague therapy is slow therapy. 3. We do the actual work. That might mean practicing new responses to anxiety, processing something you've carried for years, rebuilding routines that fell apart during a depression, or getting clear about what you want from the people closest to you. 4. We check the progress. Every so often we step back and look at what's changed in your real life, not just how the sessions feel. If something needs to shift, we shift it. Progress isn't a straight line and it doesn't require you to do this perfectly. It just requires showing up, and I'll be right there with you.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Anxiety

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Marriage Counseling

Office location

Lori Carrel, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Acceptance Path Counseling

21715 Kingsland Blvd, #105, Katy, TX 77450

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Education and background

Practice names

Acceptance Path Counseling

Education and training

Baylor University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1528870771

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Lori Carrel?

Generally, Lori Carrel has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lori Carrel's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Lori Carrel accepting new patients?

Lori Carrel generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lori Carrel's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Lori Carrel accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Lori Carrel online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Lori Carrel using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Lori Carrel work with?

Lori Carrel works with Acceptance Path Counseling.

Where is Lori Carrel's office located?

Lori Carrel has 2 office locations, including in Houston and Katy, view full addresses on Lori Carrel's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lori Carrel?

Lori Carrel frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lori Carrel on their profile.