I feel very comfortable talking with Loren. She makes it easy for me to share my feelings. She has good suggestions to help me navigate through my feelings. I would definitely recommend her.
Loren Buford, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Loren is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Loren. View 8 reviews
- Great news, Loren is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Loren is awesome. She lets you say what you want to no judgment. She's relaxed, really listens and has a great sense of humor. She guides you to what may help whatever you are struggling with wise advice and worksheets. I highly recommend Loren to everyone!
More about Loren
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Illinois with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, anxiety, social anxiety, stress, relationships, communication and conflict, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the best person to share your story and find solutions to the challenges that you face. I know you have core strengths that we can build on to assist you in overcoming trauma, setbacks and/or difficulties in your life. You are brave to reach out and take the first steps toward making positive change. I am here to offer support, knowledge, and empowerment on your journey, and I look forward to meeting you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Career difficulties
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Loren Buford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780068072.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149017806 · Expires November 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Loren Buford
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I feel very comfortable talking with Loren. She makes it easy for me to share my feelings. She has good suggestions to help me navigate through my feelings. I would definitely recommend her.
Loren is awesome. She lets you say what you want to no judgment. She's relaxed, really listens and has a great sense of humor. She guides you to what may help whatever you are struggling with wise advice and worksheets. I highly recommend Loren to everyone!
Loren has been like a breath of fresh air. She allows me to express myself and help me understand the feelings I'm feeling in during the most difficult moments. I really look forward to our meetings because she definitely has helped me stay more grounded. Before betterhelp.com there was constant confused and lost feeling. Loren is helping me tremendously!
I just love her realness.
Loren is an empathetic listening ear and provides actionable advice and I appreciated that she made Christian spiritual practice recommendations along with the standard recommendations. She did so in a respectful way by asking me first. I had previously indicated that I wanted a therapist who was in the same general faith tradition I am and so this wasn't out of the blue.
I really like talking to Loren. She is real, and easy to talk to. Feels like talking to a friend.
I really enjoyed our first session. She’s very personable. I loved that we ended our session with a devotional. Thank you!
Great lister ,very understanding
Frequently asked questions
Does Loren Buford offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Loren Buford works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Loren Buford speak?
Loren Buford speaks English.
How many years of experience does Loren Buford have?
Loren Buford has 12 years of experience.
Where is Loren Buford licensed to practice?
Loren Buford is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Loren Buford accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Loren Buford does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Loren Buford offer?
Loren Buford offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Loren Buford?
Loren Buford can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Loren Buford?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.