Lori Ann DeChant, LMFT; LMHC; CCMHC; NCC; C-DBT (AZ, CA, NY, VT)
(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Lori
About Me
Hello, my name is Lori Ann DeChant and I am the founder of Crystal Sun Counseling-located in Hudson Falls, NY. I am a believer in life-long learning and provide EMDR Therapy as well as other therapies. I provide EMDR in the office or via telehealth video platform. I am licensed in AZ, CA, NY and VT. I will take the time needed to get to know you and hear your story. I will assess your strengths, needs and support you in developing goals. I bring my knowledge, creativity and expertise in mental health and family therapy to those I serve. My clients are from all different backgrounds and cultures. I serve adults and as a Specialist in Infant and Preschooler MH, I help children of all ages and families to improve their relationships by providing support and the services needed to reach their goals. I have child and adult friendly environments, a large classroom for groups and training as well as a Mindfulness room.
Education & Experience
EXPERIENCE: * Over 31 years of experience providing services to children and adults of all ages for a variety of conditions such as PTSD, Anxiety, Social or Panic Disorder, Depression, Childhood trauma, CPS involvement and Foster Care just a few areas to mention. *6 years of experience in private practice providing clinical services to children and adults. *Over 13 years of experiences working with Military populations. * Over 20 years of experience working as a Program Administrator/Director/Clinical Supervisor for residential and various Outpatient Mental Health programs. * Over 20-years of experience providing clinical training services to clinical staff and 10 years of experience providing Supervision to College Counseling Students, Interns and to Post master's pre-licensed staff. EDUCATION: * EMDR Shapiro Institute: EMDR Trained and Program Completed (Adults and Children to include telehealth). * Ashland University; Cog Skills Class *Alliant International School of Psychology's Infant and Preschooler Mental Health Specialist Certificate Post- Graduate Program (2 years). * CA: Mindful Schools (3 semesters) * CA: Chapman College MFT Classes * WV: West Virgina University: MA In Counseling Arts * FL: Rollins College Masters' Level classes for Secondary Teacher Certification * FL: Engel School of Music/Voice * NY: Potsdam State University: BA Major: PSY
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Volunteer Experience: The Strand Theater 2019- NY Network for AAMFT WV NASW Chapter 2 year elected term
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Adoption
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Performance Enhancement
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Survivor's Guilt
- Tic Disorders
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Community Mental Health Center
- Couples
- Families
- First Responders
- Group
- Infants/Toddlers (0-3)
- Residential Treatment Facility
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Highmark
- Kaiser Permanente
- Sliding Scale
- UnitedHealth
Beacon products, CDPHP, Fidelis, private pay, soon to be with Medicaid