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Lauren Dean

Therapist(She/Her)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I help women who are tired of pretending they’re fine while life feels heavy, overwhelming, or out of balance. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t ease, depression that weighs you down, or burnout that makes each day a struggle, you deserve a space where you can be honest, supported, and truly seen.

My approach to therapy

My goal is to help you understand what you’re feeling, step out of survival mode, quiet the self-doubt, and create space for peace and healing. Together, we’ll work on rebuilding balance, strengthening your confidence, and helping you feel grounded, supported, and more like yourself again.

What you can expect from me

In your first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and creating a safe, judgment-free space where you can share what’s been challenging and what you hope to achieve. Together, we’ll clarify your goals, discuss how therapy can support you, and outline next steps. The first session is all about being heard, understood, and supported — a first step toward feeling more balanced, grounded, and in control of your life.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at California State University, Bakersfield
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Play, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English