Last edited 07/08/2025
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWoman, CisgenderWhiteHeterosexual
Get To Know Me
What is your style/approach to therapy?
I utilize motivational interviewing to establish realistic, attainable goals for clients to work toward. I appreciate the dedication my clients have toward improving their mental health, and I am here to aid them along the way. It's normal for motivation to fluctuate throughout treatment, and I'm here to encourage you on the ways when you feel like giving up. All of my treatment methods are trauma-informed. I help clients understand how their early life experiences influenced their current functioning. I aim to empower clients to make changes that they once never believed were possible.
What does success look like in therapy? How will a client know that they are making progress?
"What would progress look like for you?" This is a question I ask every client during our intake. I collaborate with clients to establish realistic goals that align with their personal values. Goals can be tangible, like quitting a toxic job you've been wanting to leave for years, or goals can be emotional, like experiencing less distressing symptoms of anxiety on a daily basis. I evaluate treatment goals and symptoms on a 6 month basis. Treatment goals can be updated at any time to fit the current needs of the client.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Loss/GriefAdolescent mental healthDrug addiction & abuseFamily issuesTrauma
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyWork StressSelf-EsteemSexuality Based IssuesSocial AnxietyAcademic challengesAbuse/Survivors of abuseAnger managementAttachment issuesBipolar disorderChronic painCollege & graduate student issuesDependence issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Self HarmPeer RelationshipsTrans+
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 013945
Training/CertificationsCASAC (credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor)
Education
University at Albany, SUNY, Master of Science, Mental Health Counseling, 2021 — Practicum Location: Center for Disability Services for NYS
University at Albany, SUNY, Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Human Development, 2019 — Areas of Research: social exclusion in children, lived experiences of black bisexual women
Work HistoryI have worked in various settings including residential, inpatient, and private practice. These experiences have allowed me to work with a diverse range of clients, including disadvantaged and underserved groups. I understand how a person's life circumstances can impact their mental health and self image. I approach all clients with compassion and genuine interest. My work focuses on validating experiences, identifying strengths, and building resilience. Being faced with adverse experiences does not have to prevent someone from building the life they deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Lauren Tepfer, LMHC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Lauren Tepfer accepting new clients?
Yes, Lauren Tepfer is accepting new clients for online therapy in New York.
Does Lauren Tepfer accept insurance?
No, Lauren Tepfer does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Lauren Tepfer offer?
Lauren Tepfer offers therapy for individuals.
Does Lauren Tepfer offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in New York can book Lauren Tepfer for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Lauren Tepfer offer online therapy?
Yes, Lauren Tepfer offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in New York.
How quickly can I see Lauren Tepfer?
Lauren Tepfer typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Lauren Tepfer speak?
Lauren Tepfer conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Lauren Tepfer online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Lauren Tepfer online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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