I’m so glad you are here.
Together we will work toward your goals and begin your journey of healing.
Meet Lauren
Licensed Clinical Social Worker #87994
I have been providing strength-based mental health treatment to teens, young adults, and families since 2013. With my experience providing intensive, in-home and community based behavioral interventions, I have developed a hands-on and keeping-it-real approach to individual and family therapy.
In my free time, I can be found spending time with my dogs, Zoey & Frankie; reading a book; or having quality time with family & friends.
My Office
It was important to me that I create a space where clients felt comfortable and saw it as their safe space. With feedback from clients, I have stocked the open bookshelves with a variety of fidgets, coping strategies, snacks, art supplies, and games.
Located in Downtown Los Gatos, there are several options for taking your session outside.
My Approach
It may often feel like you’ve tried everything but nothing works, at least not long term. You find yourself worrying and often struggle with things that feel outside of your control. There is no shame in needing additional support.
During our sessions we are processing emotions, identifying core beliefs, and working through action steps. These action steps are typically completed during session with the goal of increased client functioning over multiple domains. I support my clients to have the ability to independently manage their mental health symptoms, this includes knowing how to communicate when they need additional support from trusted individuals.
My Experience
In-Home Teen and Family Coach at Teen Therapy Center working with teens, young adults, and families (2017-2020)
Provided group therapy at Teen Therapy Center for high-risk teens and young adults diagnosed with anxiety and/or depression (2018-2020)
Program supervisor with Seneca Family of Agencies in their wraparound program (2015-2017)
Community based therapist with Seneca Family of Agencies working with teens, young adults, and families (2015-2017)
Facilitated substance abuse groups at Seneca Family of Agencies for teens utilizing the Seven Challenges harm reduction model (2015-2017)
Community based clinician with Seneca Family of Agencies working with teens involved in the Department of Family and Children Services and living in out-of-home placements (2013-2015)