Lorien Nelson

She brings a decade of focused clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Arizona and centers her work on helping clients identify strengths, reduce unhelpful thinking patterns, and build motivation to change.

She approaches each person with active listening and aims to co-create plans that address both thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of daily functioning. Trained to conduct comprehensive histories and assessments, Lorien considers individual and environmental factors when formulating treatment.

Her practice blends evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based techniques, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to tailor interventions to a client’s needs.

She has additional experience in care coordination, case management, and professional coaching, and uses that background to support clients through life transitions, relationship stresses, caregiving strain, and challenges like codependency, communication problems, or feelings of isolation.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Lorien aims to create a collaborative space where clients feel heard and empowered to pursue their goals using practical, goal-oriented approaches.