Lauren Parrish is a dedicated and compassionate Counselor, LMHC, who understands that our goals and ambitions evolve over time. With over a decade of clinical experience, she specializes in helping adults and elders (65+) navigate Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety, and Women's Issues. Lauren believes that embracing personal growth begins with self-acceptance, a concept that may seem counterintuitive when faced with feelings of being stuck, unfulfilled, or ashamed. She empowers her clients to overcome barriers to living the life they envision through her various therapeutic techniques, which include Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Lauren employs a person-centered framework where therapy becomes a journey of compassion and acceptance, as she gently encourages her clients to see change from a different perspective. As Carl Rogers said, “The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I change.” Lauren is committed to fostering a non-judgmental space for individuals seeking to grow and heal.