Lori Janik, LCSW, PMH-C
Life is filled with changes. Some we choose, but many we do not. And facing and moving through changes may be one of the most overwhelming, difficult, and painful things to face. I am here to tell you that you do not have to do it alone. There is a difference between a solo journey through change, and a guided journey through change, with a guide who supports you in understanding, embodying, moving through, and learning to embrace what you are able to and let go of what you need to in the process. Through the change processes of life, there is transformation that occurs: like a butterfly from a chrysalis, you can emerge with a greater connection with yourself, attunement to your own needs and values, and a more empowered sense of the YOU that lies within.
I myself have walked through multiple life changes, some chosen and many more not: abuse, loss, chronic health concerns, fertility struggles, family discord. The road indeed has not been easy, and my journey required me to face the most difficult aspects of life and myself. But with the support of some wonderful therapeutic guides, and my own self efforts, I was able to emerge from my chrysalis a stronger, more communicative, embodied version of myself which I continue to live out today. It is my honor and privilege to be a witness and guide to others in their transformative journeys, as they move through life changes to find greater safety and connection within themselves and this world.
As your therapeutic guide, this is a collaborative process of healing and change we identify and navigate together. I use a combination of trauma informed, polyvagal and somatic approaches to really address inner and outer traumas, a greater sense of self and embodied understanding, and attunement to working WITH your needs, WITH your emotions, and WITH your capacity to return to a greater sense of safety and life worth living for you.
Allow me to support your own chrysalis journey; Life doesn’t always get easier, but your wings can get stronger. Let’s help you fly ; contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Education
Master’s in Social Work, Arizona State University, 2011