Lauren Francis is a dedicated Psychological Associate with a MA and LPA, committed to fostering a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment for her clients. She believes that each individual is the expert of their own life, which transforms the therapeutic experience into a team effort aimed at achieving personal goals. With a diverse skill set in therapy types including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Lauren tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each person she works with. She has extensive experience treating preteens, teens, and adults facing challenges such as trauma, PTSD, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and mood and anxiety disorders. Lauren is passionate about providing the necessary support for growth and recovery, acknowledging that the first step toward change is often the hardest. She looks forward to partnering with clients on their journeys toward healing and fulfillment.