Lauren Smith, MA

Associate Therapist

Have you sensed that something in your past may be affecting your present? Do you feel like you may be minimizing the impact of your lived experiences? Trauma leaves you feeling anxious, avoidant, and stuck - but it doesn’t have to. I feel passionate about focusing my time and utilizing my lived experience to assist you on your journey to live the life that you deserve.

You will find I take a warm, tailored approach to therapy and like to inject humor along the way. For fear of truly sounding like a therapist, I take a psychodynamic approach - one that explores how your past experiences affect your present circumstances. You will learn skills, tools, and mindfulness techniques as we partner to help you meet your goals.

I have an additional certification in maternal mental health through Postpartum Support International and specialized training in NICU parenting. I am HAES and body liberation/body positivity aligned and strive to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all those seeking care.

I joined Lamppost Wellness in May of 2022.

Pronouns: She/her

Licensed Professional Counselor supervised by Katie Fruhauff, PsyD | IL Lic #178019783
Masters in Counseling Psychology, Chicago School of Professional Psychology

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