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Lauren Peffer

Therapist
28 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Anger management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have over 24 years of experience working with adults, children, and couples addressing stress, anxiety disorders, panic disorders, depression, PTSD, and life transition issues. I am experienced in treating emotional, physical, and sexual trauma. I can help you focus on your life goals and overcome obstacles. I generally assign "homework" each week based on your goals so therapy stays focused in a forward direction. I am here to help you make life feel and be more manageable.

My approach to therapy

Life is difficult. It is so easy to become overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and feel like we have lost our way. I can help. I use a flexible approach to therapy with a mix of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, and other evidence-based therapies to help you move forward with your life in a healthier way. Rather than focusing on what is “wrong” with you, let’s discover what’s “right” and build on that.

What you can expect from me

My goal from the first session is for you to take away practical solutions. We will work on skills that help you manage stress, a greater sense of calm and focus, and practical assignments that will help you practice your new skills and behaviors.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Participatory, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    28 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Marywood University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Anger management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, PTSD, Infertility
  • More specialties
    OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Behavioral Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English