Meet Lauren
If you've found yourself here, you may be someone others rely on. Competent. Thoughtful. Responsible. You manage complexity well. And yet privately, you may carry anxiety that rarely quiets, relational patterns that feel difficult to shift, or an undercurrent of pressure you can't fully explain.
Many of the high-capacity individuals I work with are not in visible crisis. They are functioning at a high level; while internally feeling exhausted from sustaining a pace that no longer feels sustainable.
You may have learned to be strong early. Attuned to others. Reliable. Self-sufficient. Those adaptations often lead to achievement in adulthood. They can also show up as over-responsibility, emotional shutdown, persistent self-criticism, or difficulty fully resting.
I work with high-capacity adults in two ways: therapy and coaching, depending on what fits you and where you're located.
Healing does not mean erasing your past. It means learning how to hold it differently, with steadiness and self-compassion, so it no longer unconsciously directs your present.
If you are seeking anxiety or trauma therapy in Washington, or coaching from anywhere including California, and you value a grounded, reflective approach, I welcome you to reach out when you feel ready.
Education & Training
I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northwest University, and completed my undergraduate studies at Seattle Pacific University. My clinical training has focused on trauma-informed care, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and working with high-functioning adults navigating anxiety and relational trauma.
I pursue ongoing consultation and advanced training to ensure the work remains thoughtful, ethical, and grounded in current research.
Outside of therapy, I value time outdoors, meaningful conversation, and a well-made cup of coffee. I find that stepping outside and slowing down - even briefly - creates the kind of steadiness I encourage in my clients. The pace and presence I bring into session are rooted in the same practices I try to cultivate in my own life.
