Meet Our Newest Providers at Lori Kimmerly Therapy

Iwona Abraham

I’ve always been a reflective person, drawn to understanding people and their stories. Life transitions and personal experiences with loss have deepened my empathy and curiosity about what shapes us. Becoming a therapist felt like a natural extension of that — offering others a space to be seen, understood, and supported in their own process.

• A curly-hair detangling brush
• Someone who knows how to catch fish
• An endless açaí bar

In my family, “going on a hike” is code for chilling at the summit with yummy homemade food, jumping into bodies of water to cool off, and rewarding ourselves with even more food afterward.

Family relationships are some of the toughest to navigate, and I’m proud of myself for persevering in engaging with them — learning to show up with more clarity, boundaries, and compassion. There’s a balance between meeting others where they’re at and staying true to your own needs. I used to see that as an unbearable tension; I’m proud it’s becoming something I can hold with more gentleness, honesty, and grace.

From me to you: you don’t need to have it all together here. You are more than welcome to show up exactly as you are — raw, unfiltered, and in process.

Erin Spicer

The world imposes many beliefs and thoughts about ourselves, such as compulsory heterosexuality and gender identities, making it challenging to unpack what we believe and who we really are. I believe everyone deserves a safe space to deepen their understanding of themselves, focus on their resilience and strengths, and reflect on the parts of themselves with empathy.

• A solar-powered mp3 player loaded with every Taylor Swift song
• Sunglasses
• A journal & pen for poetry and my thoughts

Hand-making Halloween costumes for costume parties. It brought so much joy and artistic expression to the house, and showed me how much joy you can bring others by sharing your art. One year, when I was ten, I dressed as a popcorn box and felt like the coolest kid on the block — several adults stopped to photograph my costume while I was trick-or-treating.

Having the confidence to move to another country, go back to graduate school to become a therapist, and build a strong community of connections and relationships in Seattle — after moving here just two weeks before the pandemic began in 2020.

I’ve experienced a lot of transitions and major life changes myself, including being late-diagnosed autistic and ADHD, and being a late-in-life lesbian. If you’re looking into living a more authentic life, I’m excited to join you on your journey and help you make these transitions in a positive and supportive way.

Devi Viswanathan

My aspiration to become a therapist has its roots in my childhood. I was born and raised in India, where seeking therapy was uncommon and often carried stigma. From an early age I witnessed the emotional pain and communication struggles within many relationships, yet these experiences were rarely discussed openly. Before becoming a therapist, I spent over two decades as a software developer at Microsoft. Although I had a fulfilling career and a happy family life, I reached a point where I felt called to explore a deeper sense of purpose. That turning point came through a 10-day silent meditation retreat — the solitude and mental space allowed for profound self-reflection. Over time, these retreats became a catalyst for personal growth and transformed the way I understood myself and related to others.

• A tent
• A water purifier
• My meditation cushion :)

On Friday nights the entire family — including our pet doggie, Ruby — cuddles up on the loft couch with homemade popcorn to watch a movie.

I used to be easily swept up by my emotions, in moments of both joy and disappointment. Today I’m able to maintain a more balanced state of mind, and I’m proud of the consistent effort I’ve put into reaching this point.

Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable. My hope is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel genuinely seen, understood, and accepted without judgment. I believe every person has an innate capacity for healing and resilience — my role is to help you reconnect with your strengths and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity.