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Lauren Wagner

Therapist
13 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

My clinical experience includes working with Substance Use Disorders, grief and trauma, anxiety, depression, couples and family dynamics, and co-occurring disorders. I have provided care in both residential treatment and outpatient settings, supporting clients with complex mental health needs. I also have experience working with professionals such as first responders, nurses, and other high-stress occupations.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is client-centered, integrating evidence-based modalities such as DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing to support your goals. I work with substance use, grief and trauma, and a range of mental health concerns. I believe therapy should be collaborative and grounded in trust, creating a safe space where you can express yourself without judgment. Together, we’ll build practical skills and insight to help you create meaningful, lasting change.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know you and understanding what brought you to therapy. You’ll have space to share your concerns, goals, and any relevant history at a pace that feels comfortable. I’ll also ask questions to better understand your experiences and explain how the therapy process works. Together, we’ll begin identifying goals and next steps tailored to your needs.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    13 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Loyola University, BA-Bachelor Of Arts at St. Xavier University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois, Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension Health Plan, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavioral, Relational, Somatic, Behavior Modification, Humanistic, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Attachment Based, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Positive Psychology, Seeking Safety, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1000 Essington Road
    Joliet, IL 60435