Lauren Appelson (She/her)

Together, we can explore the attachment styles you've developed with your loved ones. I'll help you reflect on your past attachments and support you in cultivating a more secure and fulfilling attachment style for the future.

In discussing family conflict, we will analyze the family structure, hierarchy, and various communication patterns. I want to help you strengthen your relationship wit your family while maintaining secure boundaries.

I identify with the queer community and feel passionate about helping folks explore their identity and gain confidence in their skin. I understand the significance of having a therapist who shares your experiences, and I hope to provide the safety and understanding that you deserve.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy asserts that we are all made up of various parts. We may have self-critical parts, angry parts, hardworking parts, etcetera. IFS believes that at the core of each person is the Self, which is considered the essence of who we truly are. Your core Self is inherently calm, curious, and compassionate. IFS helps clients understand the roles of each part and find harmony between them, allowing their core Self to shine through.

I use a person-centered approach to therapy. I will never push you to open up until you’re ready. This is your space, your time, and I will respect you always.

I utilize Expressive Arts Therapy to aid clients in identity exploration, emotional processing, and creativity building. Incorporating drawing, painting, sculpture, and writing into the therapeutic process can help folks discuss things they may not have the words to express.

Internal Family Systems Theory believes that within each person's personality exists several parts. We may have parts that are self-critical, angry, organized, etcetera. Underneath all of these parts is a concept known as the Self. The Self is the essence of who we are at the core. The Self is inherently curious, and compassionate, and makes clear choices. Drawing from IFS, I hope to foster healing and harmony between your various parts and help your core Self shine through.