Loren Buford
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Illinois therapists accepting new clients
Konstantinos StavropoulosLCPC · 15 years experienceDepression · Family conflicts · GriefWork with Konstantinos
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About Loren
As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, grief, and self-esteem concerns with compassionate, culturally responsive care.
I specialize in supporting individuals through nuanced personal growth journeys, focusing on areas like self-love, communication skills, life purpose exploration, and healing from codependency. My approach honors each person’s unique experiences, with particular sensitivity to blended families, caregiver stress, and aging-related transitions.
Drawing from a deep commitment to understanding human experiences, I create a supportive therapeutic environment that empowers clients to develop meaningful insights and sustainable emotional wellness. My work is grounded in respect, empathy, and a belief in each individual’s inherent capacity for positive transformation.
What Loren helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
How Loren works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “I've been working with Loren for.a while and shes been helping me process my grief one step at a time.”
- “Loren is exceptional and I appreciate her.”
- “Have only had 2 sessions with Loren but both sessions I feel like I’m talking to an expert who knows how to listen how to effectively push back and how to challenge my thinking. I don’t feel like I’m the one guiding the session I feel like she does a great job of making me feel heard and validated. Would recommend Loren Buford to anyone who needs help!”
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- “She's been very instrumental in this on going healing process. I am glad that she is the therapist that was recommended for me.”
- “Loren is exceptional and has helped me not only to stay sober, and continues to support me through a difficult period with my wife. Loren is flexible regarding time/dates, always delivers relevant summaries, and offer fantastic and honest perspective. She is the best...”
- “Loren is exceptional.”
- “Loren is an effective therapist. My wife and I are seeing her for couples counseling. She listens well and has a good understanding of our concerns. She is perceptive and can identify concerns that weren't explicitly stated. She can help me pause and consider something in another way. I feel she cares and is doing her best to support my wife and I to have a more successful relationship. I recommend other couples to consider Loren.”
- “I absolutely enjoy talking to Ms. Loren. There’s no judgment and no bias opinions. She’s very informative and encouraging! I’d recommend Ms. Loren to everyone!”
- “We've only had two sessions so far but the worksheets she has sent me have been helpful. They've helped me really articulate my thoughts and emotions in addition to the family therapy I go to as well. So far she has been helping me help myself.”
- “I love her she is the best”
- “Was originally apprehensive about therapy and doubtful it would help, though Loren really helped me through a tough time. Hats off to her.”
- “Loren is wonderful”
- “She's very experienced.”
- “She is great and makes me want to continue more down the therapy journey”
- “Loren has been so kind and welcoming as I start my therapy journey. She is very easy to talk to and helpful with finding solutions. She has such a sweet upbeat presence and is very patient. I would highly recommend seeing her!”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.