What can I do for you?
I serve multiple types of clients, so let’s start with why you might be here.
Individual Therapy
If you’re looking for someone to work with your inner struggles as a young adult or adult, talk to me. I’m an experienced therapist who can help you find that sense of calm, joy, and purpose in life. All therapy appointments take place online.
Consultation
As a leader, you strive to make your organization a supportive, engaging, and productive place. Let me help you develop a comprehensive, thoughtful, and effective approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
My Professional Background
I received my Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Yale University and my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from UCLA. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and practice in California. I am also a professor in the Psychology Department at Cal Poly Pomona, am a published author, and have more than 30 years experience teaching, conducting research, consulting, and providing psychotherapy and other clinical services.
As a Therapist
I want to be that listening ear for you. I will do my best to provide a warm, non-judgemental environment where you feel safe talking about your troubles. At the same time, I will challenge you to take active steps toward positive change. Together, we will get you on that path toward growth and healing.
As a Consultant
I believe in social justice and equal access to opportunities for all—regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, or physical ability. I am passionate about helping not just individuals, but also businesses, organizations, and educational institutions reach their goals for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
My Inspiration
I first discovered I wanted to be a psychologist in the eighth grade. I was the friend that everyone came to with their problems and I enjoyed listening, supporting, and giving advice. One day I overheard my brother’s girlfriend talking about being a psychology major and her plans to become a therapist. What? I thought. There’s a career where I can listen and help people all the time? I was hooked after that.
As immigrants, my parents shared a love for other cultures. Our home was always filled with people from different countries, we traveled a lot, and I went to a school that was very culturally diverse. These experiences sparked my interest in multicultural psychology, my desire to become a culturally inclusive, culturally responsive therapist, and my passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Culture forms a huge part of who we are as individuals and impacts everything—not just language, food, and music, but also values, relationships, and how we interpret the world. I believe culture is a critical part of understanding the challenges we face and each of our paths to healing.
An interview with Dr. Barker:
Relationships and break ups
This is a conversation with Dr. Lori Barker about how we can interpret the same events in different ways and how doing just that can have a significant impact on our experience of life.