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About Tori Lyn
Tori Mills is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over 20 years of experience in mental health. She works as a clinical therapist providing a variety of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and couples, and she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, parenting issues, codependency, and self-esteem. Tori partners with clients to increase self-awareness, cultivate empowerment, encourage positive change, and most importantly to work toward achieving the goals that clients set forth for themselves.
Tori has a B.A. in Psychology from Hampton University and a Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Coppin State University. Some of her experience includes Needs Assessment, School Therapy, Partial Hospitalization, and Care Coordination. She has also completed the Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. The framework of Tori's approach is developed from cognitive behavioral therapy and infused with components of rational emotive behavior therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. She is experienced with diverse cultures and populations in a wide variety of life situations, which includes experience working with individuals with dual diagnosis and dual sensory impairments.
Have you been in search of discovering the "new you" where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being? Ever been frustrated trying to find the right person to talk to without feeling rushed or judged? Tori's goal is to provide a safe, calm, and compassionate space for you to uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. "Hi, my name is Tori Mills, LCPC and I invite you to book an appointment with me to begin your journey of self-discovery," she says. "During our initial meeting, we will identify your personal needs and goals so that I can be your GPS as we work together to explore different routes to your own self-empowerment and personal growth."
Get to know Tori Lyn
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I have a passion for understanding emotions, behaviors, and understanding mental health
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with clients invested in themselves and communicate what they want out of therapy.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
Psychological and emotional healing is a process that is not linear and takes time, effort, and self compassion.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Thriveworks is aligned with my passion and energy to support people who are seeking change.
What inspires you?
My clients inspire me. We learn from each other.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Compassion, Communication, and the desire to understand them.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I want to make sure that I understand what they need from therapy, so that I can support them effectively.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I love creative projects, kickboxing, and writing.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 20 years
- Graduating institute
- Coppin State College
- Graduating degree
- Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling
