Dori Lyon , LPC

Dori Lyon is a licensed therapist in Oregon with more than twenty years of clinical experience supporting people through difficult life transitions and emotional challenges. She practices as an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and brings a compassionate, skillful approach to work with depression, addiction recovery, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns. Her practice also addresses a wide range of relational and emotional issues including anxiety, stress, grief, family and intimacy-related concerns, and challenges with communication and social connection.

Dori emphasizes an individualized, empathetic style that honors each person’s background and values. She often supports clients dealing with obsessive-compulsive patterns, personality-related struggles, multicultural concerns, and the complexities of non-monogamous or polyamorous relationships. Clients explore practical strategies to manage guilt and shame, rebuild self-love, and pursue life purpose while learning healthier ways to communicate and relate to others.

Her work focuses on fostering personal growth through evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. Dori aims to create an accepting, non-judgmental environment where people can process painful experiences, develop coping skills, and move toward more meaningful, connected lives.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Within her online practice, Dori applies evidence-based techniques geared toward the specific challenges clients bring. For trauma and abuse recovery she uses focused interventions that help process painful memories, reduce reactivity, and rebuild a sense of safety and agency. For addictions and relapse prevention she works with structured strategies that identify triggers, strengthen coping skills, and support long-term recovery goals. She also employs skills-based approaches for anxiety and mood concerns that teach practical tools for emotion regulation, stress management, and improving day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is collaborative - Dori partners with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, then adjusts methods over time to find the best fit. This collaborative process helps clients feel more engaged and effective in treatment.

Online therapy with Dori is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access consistent care from home or elsewhere. These options increase scheduling flexibility, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain regular contact with a licensed professional while working toward recovery and personal growth.