I help people who are told they're “too sensitive,” “too much,” feel misunderstood, or feel alienated from the mainstream, people looking for a therapist who "gets it." You are not too intense, too sensitive, or too "out there." The whole of you is welcome with me! I specialize in both individual and couples therapy. Individuals who work with me are often struggling with intense emotions, and couples who work with me are often stuck in loops of conflict or suffering from breakdowns in trust. I enthusiastically welcome activists, LGBTQIA+, poly, kinky folks, artists, dreamers, and highly sensitive and emotionally intense types. In sessions, we will explore the deeper aspects of your experience, collaborate on the practical problems in your life, increase awareness, get unstuck from unhelpful patterns, soothe anxieties, strengthen relationships, and learn to set boundaries and communicate. My style is direct, warm, humorous, and, at times, challenging. I came to my role as a psychotherapist after experiencing the powerful impact of therapy in my life. I feel honored to be able to facilitate the transformative process that psychotherapy provides, and witness the growth of insight, self-compassion, authenticity, and resiliency in my clients. Reach out to chat for 15 minutes to see if we are a good fit.

I assume that everyone is doing the best they can to handle the uncertainties and ups & downs of life. People often seek my help when the approaches or strategies that have worked well for them in the past don't fit or help with current circumstances. Or perhaps the old approaches and strategies have always been fraught with problems and now it feels like the right time try to make fundamental changes. In either case, my goal is to collaborate and think together with you so that we can understand what is and is not working for you, why, and to help you come up with more satisfying solutions to your circumstances. My approach is interactive, warm, and direct. I want us to recognize and build on your strengths as well as understand your struggles. I emphasize safety, respect, honesty, and curiosity because these values that facilitate a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship.

Family and romantic relationships are challenging. It can be hard to ask for what you want. It has become normal for intimacy to die and it is my opinion that it does not have to be that way. As a licensed therapist who specializes in sex therapy I often have clients view their needs as unhealthy or their desires as shameful and I work to help clients feel authentic in their sexual expression. In therapy I help to nurture good communication and positive change. It is my goal to help individuals, partners, and couples connect deeply and feel safe. I am passionate about healing shame and facilitating communication about relationships orientation, sexual behavior, identity, sexual orientation, and much more. I've spent the last 12 years helping people cultivate healthy sex lives and relationships. My education and training equip me with a deep sense of empathy for clients facing that which feels impossible. When the emotions and feelings become overwhelming it might be time to try something else, it might be time to try therapy. I am Poly and open knowledgeable, kink and BDSM knowledgeable, LGBT affirming, queer affirming, asexual affirming, and sex worker friendly.

I help you to erase or diminish emotional, mental, and spiritual patterns that are causing you pain. I help you to grow new mental, emotional, and spiritual thoughts and feelings that give you a life you can appreciate.

Hi, my name is Lauren, and I work with individuals (teens and adults) who are looking for support, perspective, and helpful coping strategies for navigating life’s most difficult challenges. You can expect a spirit of openness and calm in our sessions. Therapeutic goals are made to be personalized and relevant to you while we explore and process difficult emotions, build resilience, and foster growth for lasting change. My strength-based approach to treatment is integrative and person-centered, meaning that I utilize techniques from various therapeutic modalities based on what is the best fit for you. I primarily utilize evidence-based models such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused brief therapy. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome the various challenges that come in life. One element of healing is to feel seen and understood. I am confident you will find that here! Reach out today, and let's get started!

As a therapist, I enjoy traveling alongside my clients to help them navigate the many complexities of transitional times. Pregnancy, motherhood, starting a new job or moving through divorce are significant stressors for people, even when the transition is one you have chosen. These times of intense change bring with them an opportunity for growth and for deepening our understanding of ourselves. I strive to foster a safe, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment for my clients to explore their unique lives, inclusive of births and deaths and joys and wounds. I believe that change can occur when clients feel truly accepted. In our culture, we receive many messages that we are not good enough or are not doing it “right,” and this can lead to problems with self-esteem, anxiety, shame, and depression. I hope that together we can create an environment that helps you to move forward in your life, toward your personal goals for health and happiness. As a mother to three grown children, I have rich life experience that I draw from in my work with clients. I am a trauma-informed therapist and I utilize Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, and Mindfulness practices, in order to help my clients change and grow.

It is my honor to help you on your journey. My role is to be supportive in helping you develop your goals for therapy including what it will look and feel like to be done. Each person is the expert of their life and I can aid in showing possible patterns of when things might have gone a little off target. I like to provide people with options for deciding what they want to work on and how they want to heal. It is my utmost concern to provide a safe place to experiment with those options and decide if they are successful or need some redirection. In general, everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy their life and to feel good about their life and relationships.

I value developing true connections with the individuals I meet with because that is how real change can occur in the therapy hour. I incorporate contemporary and well-researched approaches to therapy, which primarily focuses on utilizing a healthy therapeutic relationship to restructure and strengthen the individual's emotional world. I bring warmth and compassion to each session so people feel as comfortable as possible. I use a practical, relational, and compassionate approach to help people feel empowered and capable of achieving a significant level of change in their lives. I believe providing a safe and welcoming environment is key to the therapeutic process and I encourage people I meet with to take an active and collaborative role in their treatment so it is unique and tailored to their specific needs and goals.

If you are facing challenges, feeling stressed, anxious, or depressed, I am here to help. Whether you are a teen, adult, part of a couple or a family, I offer support tailored to your unique needs. If you are exploring gender identity or questioning your sexual orientation, I offer compassionate support as you navigate your journey. If you are neurodivergent and experiencing emotional struggles, I am skilled in helping you manage and overcome these challenges. If you are part of a couple experiencing marital difficulties, or a family dealing with stress or conflict I can help facilitate better communication to foster understanding. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in both clinical and educational settings, my specialty lies in delivering empathetic, culturally sensitive therapy tailored to meet the unique needs of teens, adults and families. I use different therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, humanistic, attachment based and family therapy. I believe that every individual has the strength to overcome adversity. My role is to guide my clients with empathy, respect and unwavering support. My mission is to empower them to build resilience and achieve their personal goals, no matter how insurmountable their challenges may seem through genuine human connection formed between us.

I had a client say to me, I've been taking meds for years, why am I still struggling? It's because you're treating symptoms. Think about it. If I ask you to define your problem, you will give me a list of symptoms. Treating symptoms is like putting band-aids on something that needs stitches. I am passionate about helping people find satisfaction in their life. It's not true that you have to stay depressed, anxious, addicted for your entire life. The truth is, in life if you want to be healthy you live life based on principles and not based on your feelings. Anxious, addicted, depressed people make decisions based on their feelings, and they cycle in chaos. How many of your decisions in life are you making based on your feelings? Do you feel more stable or less stable because of it? When we are unhealthy, our emotions are a roller coaster and our daily life rides the coaster of our emotions. When you are unhealthy, you won’t feel like stepping out of your emotions. If you're depressed, you feel like isolating, and if you do, you get worse. If you do the opposite of what you feel by hanging out with family and friends and doing something productive, I guarantee you you will not feel like doing it and after you have done it you won't have enjoyed it. But at a minimum, you will not have gotten worse. If you live by the healthy principles of life and address the roots of your mental health condition, you will get better and your emotions will be more positive and stabilize, recalibrating to the way that you are choosing to live. Are you tired of the same old same old? Call me, let’s talk. Whether you are an individual or a couple or a parent wanting to help your child, I work with every issue and I’ve been around the block a while. My goal for you and your family is to get you in and out of treatment as quickly as possible.

Feeling Overwhelmed? Let’s Fix That. Do you avoid your inbox, fearing what’s inside? Does your to-do list grow faster than you can tackle it? Maybe you’re constantly on edge, unable to switch off—or so drained you’ve stopped caring altogether. Burnout and workplace anxiety aren’t just draining—they’re damaging. But they don’t have to define your life. In my private-pay practice, I help professionals like you break free from the stress cycle. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we’ll pinpoint what’s keeping you stuck and create clear, actionable steps to take back control. Learn to say “no” without guilt. Set boundaries that stick. Silence self-doubt and rediscover the joy in your work. For deeper relief, I also offer Microcurrent Neurofeedback (MCN)—a cutting-edge, in-person treatment to calm overworked neural pathways. MCN tackles anxiety, stress, sleep issues, migraines, and focus challenges—helping you reset and recharge. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in guiding high-achieving, anxious professionals toward balance and resilience. You deserve to thrive—not just survive. Ready for a change? Email me today. Limited spots are available. Your journey to relief starts here.

I work with adults struggling with a wide range of challenges including loss of relationships, life transitions and disappointments, and personal problems like anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma. Together, we'll create a safe space where you'll gain insight and perspective into thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are no longer working for you. With these new understandings, you'll be able to make better choices and positive life changes. Pain can be valuable - by working through your pain, you'll gain a self-awareness you didn't have before.