Lori Boland

About Lori

Lori’s path into counselling and mental health began in Victoria, BC, where, as a university student, she worked with the B.C. Eating Disorders Association. That early experience sparked a lasting interest in supporting people through times of emotional and psychological difficulty.

Lori holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human and Social Development (Child and Youth Care) and a Master of Social Work, both from the University of Victoria. Over the course of her career, she has worked with a wide range of individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders, burnout, complex mental health concerns, and relationship and family difficulties.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Lori also facilitated preventative stress-management and wellness programs for healthcare professionals, including nurses, physicians, and allied health workers. She currently works part-time as a Social Work Clinician at BC Children’s Hospital in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Emergency (CAPE) unit, alongside her private counselling practice.

A Compassionate, Whole-Person Approach

Lori approaches her work through an anti-oppressive, intersectional, and trauma-informed lens. She believes that meaningful change begins with creating a space where people feel safe, respected, understood, and free to be themselves.

Her therapeutic approach draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, Mindful Self-Compassion, somatic and trauma-informed therapies, and Child and Youth-Centred Expressive Therapies. She integrates these approaches thoughtfully, adapting her work to each person's needs, experiences, and goals.

Clients often describe Lori as compassionate, knowledgeable, and a thoughtful teacher. She especially enjoys helping people understand the connection between their minds, bodies, emotions, and behaviours—and offering practical, evidence-informed tools they can use in everyday life.

Mindfulness & Wellness Education

In addition to her counselling work, Lori is a Certified Mindfulness Teacher (2023), trained through The Lab of Meditation in Vancouver, BC.

Her mindfulness and wellness work complements her therapeutic practice, offering accessible ways to develop greater awareness, self-compassion, emotional regulation, and resilience. Lori’s goal is not to add another thing to your already-full life, but to share simple practices that can genuinely support you in navigating it.

Education & Credentials

  • Master of Social Work — University of Victoria

  • Bachelor of Human and Social Development (Child and Youth Care) — University of Victoria

  • Certified Mindfulness Teacher — The Lab of Meditation, Vancouver, BC (2023)

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Level 1 - Adler

  • Internal Family Systems - The Lab of Counselling (2025)

  • Mindful Self-Compassion - Level 1 - Dr. K Neff

  • Training in Somatic/Trauma Therapy - University of Victoria

  • Training in Child and Youth-Centred Expressive Therapies - various

To see a complete listing all of Lori’s experiences and credentials on LinkedIn, please click here.

Please don't hesitate to contact Lori for more information or to book a free 15 minute consultation.