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I am a calm and inviting person who seeks to ensure each session is a safe place. Once we gain rapport, I am very intentional about challenging my clients with the intent for them to grow and heal. I hold it as a great honor to walk with each individual or family on their health and healing journey.

Clients should know that I value authenticity, connection, and collaboration in the therapeutic relationship. I aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without fear of judgment. I believe therapy is not about having all the answers, but about working together to better understand challenges, build on strengths, and move toward growth and healing.

When I was growing up, I always thought I wasn’t dealt a good hand in life. I had family issues that would top any reality tv show to date. I often felt like there was no one I could really open up to and share my inner thoughts and feelings with. I was wearing “masks” before the pandemic, always smiling when deep down I wanted to cry. I tried therapy a couple times and it just didn’t work for me. I felt like I wasn’t understood, that I was being judged. I decided to give it another shot and found my match, a therapist that looked like me, that could relate to me and my struggle. It felt genuine and not forced. That’s what made me want to get into the field of Social Work. Now, with 8 years of professional experience, I live out my purpose every day as a guide to help people unlock the tools of empowerment that they already possess. Whatever the issue, (whether it be getting through everyday life, coming to terms with past traumas, getting over a bad break-up, parenting/abandonment issues, lack of self-esteem, or a host of other problems), my eclectic approach to therapy will allow you to embark on a journey of self-reflection, self-love, and self-care. I look forward to helping you find your inner peace while getting closer to your winning hand in life.

Hi, I’m Lauren. I’m a therapist with over 12 years. I help adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally drained, easily overstimulated, or stuck in patterns they’re ready to change. I know therapy can feel intimidating at first, so I try to create a space that feels warm, real, and easy to talk in. You don’t have to have the “right words” or have everything figured out. We can start exactly where you are and work through it together.

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Looking for a safe and supportive space to begin to untangle challenges you are facing? Are you looking to build resilience in the face of adversity? I'm Dr. Karunaratne, a bilingual (Spanish) licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years' experience in providing psychotherapy to adults. I believe in a collaborative approach when working with clients who are seeking evidence-based tools within a framework of support and validation. Evidence shows that a strong connection with a therapist is the single most important agent for change. To that end, my goal is to build strong rapport with clients and provide the opportunity to build coping skills to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also enjoy working with clients struggling with attention deficit disorder in helping them to improve organization and time management.

I specialize in telehealth (remote counseling) for individuals interested in change. My previous experience includes coordinating a Templeton funded mental health research lab while contributing to existing research projects. Clinically I am trained in Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Jungian, and Transpersonal psychotherapies.

With years of nursing and mental health experience, I bring both expertise and compassion to my work. I help clients explore their thoughts and emotions while setting practical, achievable goals. I specialize in supporting people through anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Together, we’ll build insight, resilience, and meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.