Business Details
Licensed Psychologist in Michigan | Dr. Lori Warner
As a fully-licensed psychologist and doctoral-level Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, I bring over two decades of specialized experience in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and applied behavior analysis. My practice focuses on helping clients reduce psychological suffering through evidence-based interventions that emphasize mindfulness, values clarification, and behavioral flexibility. With academic credentials from Western Michigan University and Wayne State University, complemented by clinical training at Children's Hospital of Michigan, I have served in multiple roles including Associate Professor at Oakland University's medical school.My expertise extends to individual adult psychotherapy, couples therapy, and targeted workshops that address stress management, parenting challenges, and relationship dynamics. I maintain active memberships in the American Psychological Association and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, ensuring my practice remains at the forefront of clinical innovation while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards and professional accountability.
Services
Individual Adult Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Workshops Group Therapy
Mindful Parenting
Stress Management Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy from a board-certified behavior analyst
- Our practice combines clinical psychology with applied behavior analysis expertise
- We provide specialized workshops addressing parenting challenges and stress management
- Our therapist maintains active academic and clinical affiliations with major institutions
- We emphasize values-driven goal setting with measurable psychological flexibility outcomes
Associations and certifications
- Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Services
Individual Adult Psychotherapy
Personalized therapy sessions address anxiety, depression, and life transitions through evidence-based techniques. We focus on identifying automatic thought patterns, developing mindfulness skills, and creating values-driven action plans. This service helps clients build psychological flexibility and achieve meaningful life changes through structured, goal-oriented treatment.
Couples Therapy
Specialized therapy for couples seeking improved communication and relationship satisfaction. We teach authentic listening skills, collaborative problem-solving techniques, and emotional regulation strategies within a supportive professional environment. This service helps partners rediscover relationship joy while developing practical tools for maintaining connection and teamwork.
Mindful Parenting Workshops
Targeted workshops help parents develop stress management and mindful parenting techniques. We offer specialized programs for general parenting challenges and specific support for parents of children with special needs. These sessions provide practical tools for maintaining emotional balance while navigating the complexities of modern parenting through evidence-based mindfulness practices.
Stress Management Workshops
Structured group sessions teach Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques for managing stress and anxiety. Participants learn mindfulness exercises, cognitive defusion strategies, and values clarification methods. This service provides practical tools for reducing psychological suffering while developing greater emotional resilience and behavioral flexibility in daily life.
Workshops Group Therapy
Short-term therapeutic groups combine psychoeducation with experiential learning. Current offerings include specialized programs for stress management, parenting challenges, and relationship skills. These interactive sessions provide peer support while teaching evidence-based techniques for improving psychological flexibility and creating meaningful behavioral changes through structured group learning experiences.
People
Lori J Warner
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Warner is a board-certified behavior analyst with over 20 years of clinical experience. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Wayne State University and has held academic positions at Oakland University. Specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, she helps clients develop psychological flexibility through evidence-based interventions.
Questions
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy?
ACT is evidence-based therapy that teaches mindfulness skills and values-driven action to reduce psychological suffering while helping clients create meaningful life changes through increased behavioral flexibility.
Do you offer couples therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide specialized couples therapy focusing on authentic communication, collaborative problem-solving, and rediscovering relationship joy through structured, goal-oriented therapeutic interventions.
What types of workshops are available?
Current offerings include Mindful Parenting workshops for general parenting challenges and special needs families, plus stress management programs teaching ACT-based techniques for emotional regulation.
How does the therapy process work?
Therapy combines assessment questionnaires, skill-building exercises, and values clarification to develop personalized treatment plans. Sessions include both discussion and practical skill practice to promote real-world application of therapeutic techniques.
What are your professional qualifications?
Dr. Warner holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, and maintains memberships in the American Psychological Association and Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences.
