Lorie Mangen

Lorie Mangen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California with 10 years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, and ADHD-related focus and memory issues. Her work also addresses communication problems, guilt and shame, questions about life purpose, and self-love.

She keeps sessions direct and practical. She listens to what matters most and helps people put together small, achievable steps. Conversations focus on understanding current struggles and finding ways to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning.

Lorie aims to create an environment where clients can talk freely without feeling judged. She guides clients through coping strategies for anxiety and stress, and supports those working to reduce or manage addictive behaviors. She also discusses how past trauma can affect present thinking and behavior.

When ADHD or concentration problems are present, she works on routines and strategies to improve attention and memory in everyday life. For people wrestling with guilt, shame, or communication breakdowns, sessions examine patterns and practice different responses.

For those questioning what comes next, Lorie helps clarify values and next steps rather than promising quick answers. She encourages realistic planning and steady progress toward a life that feels more aligned with the client’s priorities.

Approaches explained and how online sessions work

Many evidence-based techniques focus on practical changes people can make. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping tools for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding, and breaking tasks into manageable steps. This kind of work helps when worry or overwhelm get in the way of daily life.

Another helpful method addresses trauma by looking at how past events affect current thoughts and reactions. Sessions involve talking through patterns, learning ways to reduce flashbacks or intense reactions, and building routines that support steadier functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. If something does not feel useful, adjustments are made and alternatives are tried together.

Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday or evening routine and can shorten travel time. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when a brief update is needed or offer options that better match a client’s schedule.