Some things aren’t meant to be fixed alone.

Therapy for people ready to stop just surviving and actually live.

What you’ve tried hasn’t worked. That’s not because you didn’t try hard enough — some things aren’t meant to be fixed alone. It’s possible to move past just surviving and actually live — for your life to feel like yours again.

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

William W. Lorey

I have a demonstrated history treating OCD, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship & parenting issues, and what keeps us from actually living — using proven methods chosen to fit you, not the other way around.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent years as a software engineer — building tools at Microsoft that reached millions of users, and developing clinical applications at a healthcare startup. I still work in tech, and that background shapes how I think: I’m analytical, I care about what actually works, and I believe in using the right tool for the job.

I hold an M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Truman State University and a B.S. in Computer Engineering from Missouri S&T. I’m a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) and am EMDR trained.

William W. Lorey, M.A., PLPC Springfield, MO

“William is a highly knowledgeable and empathetic professional. He prioritizes every interaction with clients, stays educated on therapeutic modalities, and offers a unique perspective as a practitioner.”

— Charlie Dry, MSW, LCSW

The Getting-Started Plan

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    Fill out the form below.

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    I follow up to schedule.

    Your first session — or a free 15-minute consultation, whichever you prefer.

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    The first session.

    You’ll walk out with a clearer picture of what’s going on and where to go from here.

Every year just surviving is a year you don’t get back.

The longer you perform ‘fine,’ the harder it gets to imagine anything else.

What seemed like the end can turn out to be a bend in the road.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What issues do you treat?
Anxiety Depression OCD Trauma & PTSD Career Spirituality & Religion Life Transitions Relationships Anger Management Men’s Issues Purpose & Direction Parenting
Who do you work with?
Individuals Children Couples Families
What is your approach to therapy?

Choosing the right tools is important. I draw from multiple evidence-based treatment methods depending on your needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, exposure and response prevention, existential therapy, humanistic therapy, and more. The methods and structure we employ will be tailored to fit your goals and the specific concerns that bring you to therapy.

What should I expect at a first session?

The first session is about getting to know each other. We’ll discuss what brought you in, what you’re hoping to get out of therapy, and any relevant background. By the end, we’ll have a clearer picture of the path forward.

How long are sessions?

Sessions are generally 53 minutes in length and may be held in-person or via telehealth.

Do you offer online sessions?

Yes. Telehealth services use a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform and are offered to anyone located in Missouri.

How much does a session cost?

My fee is a flat $90 per session. A limited number of reduced-fee slots are available on a first come, first served basis.

What insurance do you accept?

Medicaid acceptance is forthcoming. Please reach out to discuss other insurance and payment options.

How do I get started?

Fill out the contact form below, or reach out directly at contact@goodordertherapy.com or (417) 616-3736. We will find a time that works and go from there.

Do you have additional resources available?

Yes. Visit the resources page for a curated collection of readings, tools, and other materials that may support your journey.

Take the Next Step

(417) 616-3736 · contact@goodordertherapy.com

1200 E. Woodhurst Dr., Suite L 100 · Springfield, MO 65804