Business Details
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Services
Lori J Warner is a fully licensed psychologist and doctoral-level Board-Certified Behavior Analyst dedicated to helping individuals and couples achieve meaningful life changes. With over two decades of experience in clinical psychology, education, and behavioral analysis, we specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Our approach combines evidence-based practices with personalized care, emphasizing mindfulness and values-driven action. As former faculty at Oakland University and practitioners at leading healthcare institutions, we bring academic rigor and real-world expertise to every session.Our mission is to empower clients to reduce psychological suffering and build lives aligned with their core values through individual therapy, couples counseling, and educational workshops. We maintain active memberships in the American Psychological Association, Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and Association for Behavior Analysis International to ensure our practice remains at the forefront of therapeutic innovation.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Group Workshops
Mindful Parenting
Stress Management
Highlights and features
- Specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) since 2005
- Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with clinical and academic expertise
- Former Associate Professor at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
- Active member of three major psychological and behavioral science associations
- Offers both individualized therapy and specialized group workshops
Associations and certifications
- Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual adult psychotherapy addresses anxiety, depression, and life transitions through personalized sessions. We help clients explore limiting thoughts and develop values-aligned goals using evidence-based techniques. Our approach emphasizes creating safe therapeutic relationships to foster personal growth and improved coping strategies.
Couples Counseling
Couples therapy focuses on improving communication and teamwork between partners. We teach active listening skills and conflict resolution strategies while creating a supportive environment for rediscovering relationship joy. Sessions emphasize mutual understanding and collaborative problem-solving for lasting relationship improvements.
Group Workshops
Structured group therapy sessions and workshops provide peer support for specific challenges. Current offerings include mindful parenting programs and stress management training using ACT principles. These interactive sessions combine educational content with practical skill-building exercises in a supportive group environment.
Mindful Parenting
Specialized workshops help parents develop mindful approaches to child-rearing. We offer separate programs for general parenting challenges and parents of children with special needs. These sessions teach stress reduction techniques and present-focused parenting strategies to enhance family relationships.
Stress Management
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy workshops teach evidence-based stress coping mechanisms. Participants learn mindfulness techniques to manage anxiety while developing psychological flexibility. The program focuses on accepting uncontrollable factors while taking committed action toward personal values and goals.
People
Lori J Warner
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Warner is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Wayne State University. She has taught at Oakland University and worked at Beaumont Children's Hospital, combining academic expertise with 20+ years of clinical experience in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Questions
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
ACT is evidence-based therapy focusing on mindfulness and values-driven action. It helps clients accept uncontrollable thoughts while committing to actions that improve quality of life through six core psychological flexibility processes.
What types of therapy services are available?
We offer individual adult therapy, couples counseling, and specialized group workshops including mindful parenting programs and stress management training using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques.
How does ACT differ from traditional therapy?
ACT emphasizes accepting difficult emotions rather than fighting them, while focusing on values clarification and committed action. It combines mindfulness practices with behavioral activation to create lasting psychological flexibility.
Are workshops available for specific concerns?
Yes, we offer targeted workshops for stress management, general parenting challenges, and parenting children with special needs. Workshop offerings are posted regularly on our Facebook page for updated availability.
What qualifications does Dr. Warner hold?
Dr. Warner is a licensed psychologist and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with a doctorate from Wayne State University. She has academic experience as a university professor and clinical expertise from positions at major healthcare institutions.
