Lori Oberman, MA, LMFT (License #45608) is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Westlake Village, CA, with over 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples, adolescents, and families thrive. Since 2000, Lori has provided compassionate, evidence-based therapy designed to improve family communication, foster self-understanding, and support deep emotional healing.

Clinical Expertise & Specialties

Lori tailors her practice to meet clients wherever they are in their journey. Her primary areas of clinical focus include:

• Adolescent & Teen Therapy: Supporting tweens and teens as they navigate depression, anxiety, academic stress, peer dynamics, self-esteem, and life transitions.

• Couples & Family Counseling: Helping families and couples bridge communication gaps, rebuild trust, and cultivate healthier relational dynamics.

• Grief & Bereavement Support: Facilitating grief counseling and bereavement support groups to help individuals navigate loss and heal after losing a loved one.

• Addiction & Family Recovery: Guiding teens and families through addiction recovery, addressing how substance use impacts the entire family system.

Background & Experience

Lori began her career on a 24-hour crisis hotline at a domestic violence clinic, where she advocated for survivors and led community education on breaking the cycle of violence. She later served as a middle school counselor, guiding students through complex emotional challenges, and worked extensively in adolescent addiction treatment facilities.

Education & Professional Credentials

• Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology (Marriage and Family Therapy) – Phillips Graduate Institute

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology, Minor in Education – University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)

• California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist: LMFT #45608

Personal Life

Outside of her private practice, Lori has been married to her husband for over 19 years. Together, they are raising three children and share their home with their dog.