Our Team

Lorraine (Lori) Ballou

Breakthrough Therapist
LCSW-R, CTRS, CACAS, CET3
Pennsylvania

Lorraine (Lori) is a highly accomplished and compassionate experiential therapist with 25 years of expertise in guiding individuals, couples, and groups on their paths to recovery and emotional wellbeing. Armed with a wealth of knowledge and certifications, Lori incorporates diverse and powerful therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodrama, somatic-centered therapies, and trauma-informed methods, to help clients heal with safety and compassion in the present moment.

Lori holds a Master of Social Work degree from the State University at Stony Brook and has pursued extensive advanced training in IFS, psychodrama, and relational trauma repair. Her credentials include licenses and certifications as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R), Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), and Certified Experiential Therapist, Level III (CETIII). Each certification reflects Lori’s unwavering commitment to professional growth and effective, evidence-based practices.

With years of experience as a clinical supervisor, psychotherapist, and trainer, Lori has dedicated her career to addressing complex issues like trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She has facilitated workshops and therapeutic programs across varied settings, from private practice to renowned organizations like Onsite Workshops and Daybreak. Lori's integrative and experiential approach creates a space of profound healing and transformation, allowing individuals to overcome barriers and build fulfilling lives.

Whether providing individual therapy or leading trauma-informed groups, Lori is passionate about creating an approachable, supportive environment for her clients. Her focus on empathy, expertise, and proven therapeutic methods makes her a trusted partner in the healing process.

Believing that everyone has the capacity for growth and recovery, Lori combines her deep understanding of trauma with innovative therapeutic interventions to help clients reclaim their inner strength and achieve lasting change.