Lori Ferguson, RCSWI
EMDR & Trauma Therapist for Teens and Young Adults in Florida
Specialties:
Trauma & PTSD
Anxiety & Depression
Identity Exploration
ADHD & Emotional Regulation
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Self-Esteem & Confidence
Lori Ferguson helps teens and young adults move through anxiety, trauma, identity questions, and emotional overwhelm. Her approach is warm, creative, and affirming, focused on helping clients feel seen, build self-trust, and find relief that lasts.
Lori is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a powerful evidence-based therapy for trauma, and blends it with mindfulness, art-based approaches, and talk therapy to support deep healing.
She has a special passion for working with:
Neurodivergent teens and college students
LGBTQIA+ clients navigating identity and belonging
Creatives and deep feelers struggling with anxiety or low self-worth
Families seeking support through life transitions
Clients describe Lori as grounding, genuine, and easy to open up to, someone who brings both calm presence and clinical skill. Whether you're just starting therapy or returning after a tough experience, Lori creates a space where healing feels possible.
Currently offering virtual therapy across Florida.
Full Specialty List:
Self-Esteem & Confidence
LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy
Transgender & Nonbinary Affirming Care
Academic Stress & School Issues
Parenting Support
Women’s Issues
Neurodivergent-Affirming Therapy
Behavioral Challenges in Children
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Art Therapy-Informed Interventions
Populations Served:
Adolescents (13–17)
Young Adults (18–25)
Parents
Families
LGBTQIA+ & Gender Diverse Clients
Neurodivergent Clients
Students
Creative Professionals
Therapeutic Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Art Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Current Availability:
Parent of a Teen Client, Florida
“Lori helped my teen daughter open up in a way no other therapist ever could. Her creativity, patience, and gentle encouragement helped build my daughter’s confidence and gave her real tools to manage anxiety.”
Young Adult Client, Florida
“Working with Lori made me feel truly seen. She understood my struggles with identity and self-esteem without judgment and helped me express emotions I didn’t know how to name. I’m in such a better place now.”
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FAQs
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Yes! Lori is currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy across the state of Florida. She works with teens, young adults, families, and LGBTQIA+ clients navigating anxiety, identity, and life transitions.
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Absolutely. Lori has extensive experience supporting teens and young adults through academic stress, self-esteem issues, relationship concerns, and major life changes like college, moving out, or entering the workforce.
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Lori’s early sessions focus on building trust and getting to know your goals. Whether you’re seeking clarity, emotional support, or help navigating specific challenges, she’ll collaborate with you to create a plan that feels safe and empowering.
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Yes. Lori offers affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQIA+ clients, including those exploring gender, sexuality, or identity. She creates a judgment-free space where clients can show up fully and process what matters most to them.
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She does. Lori can support parents navigating behavioral challenges or communication struggles with their children or teens. She also offers guidance on parenting neurodivergent children or teens facing academic or emotional difficulties.
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Yes, all of Lori’s sessions are currently offered via secure video through Dreavita’s HIPAA-compliant platform. This allows for flexible, accessible care wherever you are in Florida.
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