Lori Ann DeChant, LMFT-D, LMHC-D, CCMHC, NCC, (AZ, CA, NY, VT, SC)
(She/Her)
Preferred Name: Lori
About Me
How can I be of help to you? Are you struggling with managing something from your past that prevents you from fully being present in your life? My name is Lori Ann DeChant, LMFT-D, LMHC-D, CCMHC, NCC and I am a certified EMDR Therapist licensed in NYS, VT, AZ and CA. My office is located in Hudson Falls; NY 12839 and I provide in person and online therapy.
My practice, Crystal Sun Counseling offers a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking healing and growth. The practice specializes in EMDR, Cognitive therapy, Mindfulness as well as many other approaches.
I treat PTSD, complex trauma, social and other forms of anxiety and phobias, depression, abuse, moral injury, shopping addiction, intergenerational & religious trauma as well as adjustment issues.
Crystal Sun Counseling is dedicated to helping adults and children overcome obstacles and live fulfilling lives. Call us at 760-881-1177 for your free 15-minute consultation today.
Education & Experience
EXPERIENCE:
* 32 years of experience providing services to children and adults of all ages and stages.
*8 years of experience in private practice providing clinical services to children and adults.
*16 years of experiences working with Military populations.
* 21 years' experience as Director and Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health programs.
* 21 years' experience providing clinical training to clinical staff.
*10 years' 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
* NY: Potsdam State University: BA Major: PSY
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Affiliations: NY Network for AAMFT, AZ and VT; AAMFT; EMDRIA; NYMHCA; NBCC; NYS-AIMH; Various groups in NY for private practice owners.
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Moral Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Performance Enhancement
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Sports Injuries
- Stress Management
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Children (4-12)
- Community Mental Health Center
- First Responders
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Highmark
- UnitedHealth
CDPHP products to include Medicaid; Highmark
