Marjorie Lorenz, Mental Health Counselor in Bellevue, 98004

Marjorie E. Lorenz, MA, LMHC

Profession(s):
Mental Health Counseling, Psychotherapy, Counseling Psychology
License Status:
I'm a licensed professional.
Primary License:
LMHC

My Approach to Helping

I have received training, researched, and written about the use of mindfulness in the practice of psychotherapy. Essentially, mindfulness means becoming aware of what is arising in one's internal and external world, moment by moment, with non-reactivity, observation, and through a non-judgmental stance. Mindfulness is deepened as one can describe one's experiences with words and respond to one's experiences with awareness. This orientation is helpful in psychotherapy as it cultivates the capacity to face inner and outer distress with greater calmness. I believe the development of mindfulness can lead to greater well being and reduce the effects of stress in a person's life. Much of psychological distress can be linked to being preoccupied with the past or the future. This preoccupation often leads to reactive coping, poor self-care and awareness, and drains life of vitality. I have developed an Incarnational, mindfulness model, which utilizes prayerful meditative and contemplative practices. These practices cultivate a faith, based mindfulness.

I am, also, familiar with Interpersonal, Person-Centered, and Depth Oriented counseling theories and interventions. I believe counseling is a collaborative process and I will work with you to develop a counseling experience, which meets your needs.

Specific Issue(s) I'm Skilled at Helping With

I enjoy helping individuals find new, more adaptive ways of coping with stress. Poor stress management componds other mental health issues, impacts psychological and physical health, and drains life of its vitality.