School Based Services
Meet the Team
Erin Awerkamp, LCSW (She/Her), is the Program Manager over BRIDGE, PREP, and School-Based (Provo/Nebo Districts) teams. She graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work from Utah Valley University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Utah. She has experience working with individuals, couples, families, and providing group therapy in both outpatient and residential settings. Erin has received specialized training to assess prodromal symptoms of psychosis vs an episode of psychosis as well as provide diagnostic clarification. She utilizes CBTp, DBT for psychosis, EMDR, ACT, and motivational interviewing treatment to focus on the client’s goals and their preferred approach to therapy.
Erin is married with three children and loves to play games with her family. She loves to spend time outside gardening, camping, and playing at the splash pad.
Kevan Baker, LCSW, received his Bachelor’s degree from UVU in Family Studies and his Master’s of Social Work from Brigham Young University. He works as a therapist with the Wasatch through the Alpine School District Student Services contract. He enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. He has a background in substance abuse as well as mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. His primary modalities include Motivational interviewing, Solution-focused therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, and LOGOS therapy. Kevan speaks Spanish and is certified to work with Spanish-speaking clients.
Kevan loves to spend time with his family, especially when it involves “anything outdoors,” such as camping, hiking, fishing, etc. He has been married to the love of his life for over 30 years. He is proud to say that they “have not missed a weekly date night in 25 years, and this keeps our marriage together.” He has six children: two boys and four girls. He also has three grandchildren who “keep me focused on my future”.
Contracted with Alpine School District. Limited client availability.
Amber Kayembe, LCSW (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate life’s most challenging circumstances with compassion, resilience, and hope. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Utah.
Amber’s background includes inpatient behavioral health, crisis intervention, medical and emotional trauma, substance use treatment, medical social work, grief and loss, and chronic disease counseling. She has worked with adults, adolescents, and children, bringing a depth of knowledge and a personalized approach to each client’s unique journey.
Amber believes that healing happens when people feel heard, supported, and empowered. She is passionate about helping clients identify their strengths, overcome obstacles, and achieve meaningful personal goals that enhance their overall quality of life. Her approach is grounded in holistic care, recognizing the important connection between physical, emotional, social, and environmental well-being.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with family, exploring the outdoors, and traveling to coastal destinations whenever she can.
Ben Reaves, CMHC, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University. He earned his Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Phoenix in 2013. Ben is currently working as a therapist for Wasatch Behavioral Health on the Student Based Services team for Alpine School District. He has over 20 years of experience working in the mental health and substance use disorder field.
Ben has a passion for working with teens and young adults and he is inspired by the courage many people show by accepting counseling as a way to assist them in addressing behavioral, social and emotional challenges. Ben uses evidence-based, science driven practices to engage clients in learning how to cope with emotional and mental challenges. He is trained to practice EMDR, CPT, CBT, DBT, gender-responsive and trauma-focused interventions. Ben is devoted to providing care, teaching skills and helping clients increase their readiness to make more informed decisions about their mental and emotional health.
Ben loves to read, study history, spend time outdoors, hiking, biking, playing pickleball, basketball, golf and spending time with his wife and children.
Keiko Johnson, CMHC, brings her real-world experience and multicultural background to help teens, children, and adults navigate life’s challenges. She understands the stress that comes with managing work, school, family, and life and tailors her approach to each client’s unique situation and resources.
Keiko uses practical, effective strategies like solution-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients develop real-life skills for managing stress, improving relationships, and building resilience. Keiko is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a powerful technique she uses to address negative core beliefs, strengthen positive self-perception, process past traumas, and enhance overall resilience. Keiko has a bachelor’s degree in Family and Human Development from Utah State University and a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of the Cumberlands. When she’s not helping clients, Keiko enjoys hiking, hot yoga, and working on fiber arts projects (knitting, spinning yarn, and weaving).
Tresa Heaton, CSW is a school-based therapist at the Payson Family Clinic working in Nebo School District. She graduated from Brigham Young University with a BS Degree in Psychology and an MSW Degree in Social Work. She has extensive experience as a volunteer, advancing human rights locally and internationally. She obtained her CSW in 2022 as an avenue to further help individuals, families and communities. Her clinical approach uses evidence-based treatment specific to each client’s needs and preferences.
Tresa enjoys connecting with family and friends, being in nature, traveling, scuba-diving, good music and books.
Contracted with Nebo School District. Limited client availability.
Sarah Krupa, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Utah Valley University in 2019. With extensive experience working with adults, teens, children, and couples facing mental health disorders and addictions. Sarah employs a variety of therapeutic techniques tailors to each client’s needs, including client-Centered Therapy (CCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy(ACT), and Mindfulness (DBT).
Driven by a passion for empowering her clients, Sarah focuses on fostering self-love, self-awareness, and personal accountability. She believes in helping individuals align their thoughts, words, and actions with their core values, enabling them to embrace their true selves.
Outside of her professional life, Sarah enjoys being with her husband and three kids. She loves exploring the great outdoors, embarking on new adventures, and traveling with her family. She enjoys gardening, watching movies, listening to music, taking photographs, decorating rooms, and enjoying audiobooks. She values moments spent with her family and friends and her four furry friends. Whether it’s indulging in sweet treats, exercising, or working on personal growth, Sarah is dedicated to living a balanced and fulfilling life.
Sheri Rowley, LCSW, RPT-S, is dedicated to providing exceptional mental health services within the school-based setting. With over 15 years of experience, Sheri is committed to supporting children and adolescents in healing from trauma and developing essential life skills.
Sheri is a registered play therapist-supervisor who works with children and adolescents by providing therapeutic support to students, collaborating with school staff and families, and implementing evidence-based interventions. She specializes in individual and group therapy. She firmly believes in the power of connection and relationships and has extensive experience leading Child-Parent Relationship Therapy groups. Sheri is passionate about helping individuals and families thrive and find happiness in their lives.
Sheri received her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Social Work at Brigham Young University. She enjoys sports, playing the piano, exploring new cuisines, collecting unique socks, and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Contracted with Alpine School District. Limited client availability.
Jenifer Griffin, LCSW received her Master’s Degree from Utah Valley University. Since graduating she has been working with adults in individual and group therapy settings. Jenifer has experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions. Jenifer is currently working for the Payson Clinic and Nebo School District. She enjoys using her training in CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, DBT and Mindfulness. She strives to work with clients in a client centered, strengths based approach.
Jenifer loves spending time with her family, she loves doing almost anything outdoors. She has eight biological and two adopted children, and six grandchildren. Jenifer loves listening to music, gardening, riding dirt bikes and watching her kids play sports.
Contracted with Nebo School District. Limited client availability.
Ben Theurer, CSW, enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and families. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in Human Resource Management and his Master’s of Social work from the University of Utah. He is currently contracted with Alpine School District and works to meet the needs of students, collaborating with parents, teachers, and administrators. Ben is also passionate about the LGBTQ+ community and assisting others coping with serious mental illness. His primary modalities include Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, DBT, ACT, and EMDR.
Ben enjoys spending time with his husband, family, and friends and is an avid board game player. He is passionate about cars and is often found in his garage, fixing, cleaning, or customizing vehicles. Ben also enjoys the outdoors and activities such as hiking, camping, snowboarding, and stargazing.
Lana Noot, LCSW received her Bachelor’s degree in Family Science/Pre-Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Boise State University and is currently working as a therapist with the American Fork Family Clinic and Alpine School District. She enjoys working with adolescents, children, and their families. She has a background working in substance use treatment, the SPMI population, and family crisis. Lana enjoys helping clients using a person-centered approach and emotion-focused therapy. She also uses CBT, DBT, and strength-based approaches to help clients reach their goals. She has been trained additionally in play therapy and sand tray therapy.
She enjoys being with her family and friends. Being outdoors and hiking, as well as reading and baking.
Contracted with Alpine School District. Limited client availability.
Brett González, CSW, is a committed social worker with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boise State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science from Utah Valley University. Over the past five years, Brett’s work at Wasatch Behavioral Health has provided him with a broad perspective on the mental health and substance use fields. His experiences have deepened his understanding of the diverse needs of clients, and he has developed a skill set in Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Brett is passionate about using his knowledge and experience to empower individuals on their paths to recovery and personal growth. His professional journey has been marked by a commitment to learning and adapting to the evolving needs of his clients.
In his free time, Brett enjoys spending time in nature, capturing moments through photography, and experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. His introspective and mindful approach to life enhances his therapeutic practice, enabling him to connect meaningfully with those he serves.
Kaydon Bradshaw, CSW, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern Utah University and his Master’s in Social Work from the University of Utah. He is currently working as a therapist in the American Fork Family Clinic and Alpine School District. He has experience working with children, adolescents, couples, and families. Kaydon is passionate about working with clients who have experienced trauma, emotional struggles, and relational difficulties to help them find healing and skills to better cope in their daily lives. He uses a client centered approach and believes that clients are the experts in their lives. He is an advocate for his clients and is intentional about connecting them with needed resources. He is trained in EMDR and his main therapeutic modalities include ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT.
In Kaydon’s free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as soccer, pickleball and hiking. He also likes spending time with friends and family playing games or enjoying other various activities.
Laura Vanderhoff, LCSW earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Utah Valley University in Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Family Studies and completed a master’s in social work with Boise State University. She specializes working with children and adolescents (6 on up), as well as adults who struggle with Trauma, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, Borderline Personality Disorder, LGBTQIA+ issues, Bipolar, PTSD, sexual assault, and abuse. Laura’s approach is to start where you are and focus on your strengths to help you feel confident in yourself. She also comes from a place of nonjudgement whether you are working through your identity, religion, or things you have kept hidden for a long time. Whatever the concern, Laura creates a safe place to help you be successful through your journey. Laura uses a variety of modalities depending on the needs of the client such as EMDR, DBT, ACT, Sand Tray, Play Therapy, IFS, CPT, CBT, and Mindfulness-Stress Reduction Therapy.
A native Oregonian, Laura loves the coast and tries to visit often. Her hobbies include watching movies (especially documentaries), planning parties with her family, and finding the perfect song to dance to.
Steven Nilsson, LCSW, is a school-based social worker contracted with Alpine School District who is passionate about supporting students and their families. He earned his Master of Social Work from Northwest Nazarene University and brings experience working with both youth and adults in mental health and substance use settings.
Steven works closely with students to help them manage anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and behavioral concerns. He focuses on building practical coping skills, strengthening emotional awareness, and creating a safe, supportive space where students feel heard and understood. His approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to each student’s unique needs, often drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Adlerian principles.
Originally from Idaho, Steven enjoys connecting with students through shared interests and helping them build confidence both in and out of the classroom. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, staying active, spending time with family and friends, and loves spending time with his dog, Scooby.
Limited client availability.
Arely Malpica, CSW, earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Brigham Young University. She currently works as a therapist for Wasatch Behavioral Health in the Student-Based Services team for Alpine School District. Arely is fluent in Spanish and is happy to work with students in their native language.
Arely is passionate about helping children and teenagers develop healthy coping skills and empowering the students she works with. Her primary therapeutic modalities include Client-Centered Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Expressive Arts. She is continually pursuing additional training in other therapeutic approaches.
In her free time, Arely enjoys hiking with her husband, baking, and making crafts. She also loves spending time with her family, reading, and learning through books.
Linda Fifita, CSW is a therapist in the Payson Family Clinic working in the School Based Services with Nebo School District. She graduated from Brigham Young University with her bachelor’s degree in Family Life minoring in Gerontology in 2018. She received her Master’s in Social Work from Brigham Young University in 2021. Linda has a large family and a has spent her life in the care of children and adolescents. She is passionate about the mental health of each child. Linda is trained in MI, CBT, EMDR, TF-CBT, Play Therapy, DBT, and School Social Work. She has a School Social Work certification. Her approach to therapy includes being client-centered and trauma-informed.
Linda enjoys camping, four-wheeling, watching her children’s games and performances, and Sunday dinners with all the family.
Contracted with Nebo School District. Limited client availability.
Tanner Hone, LCSW, earned a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Utah Valley University. He works as a therapist with the American Fork Family Clinic and Alpine School District. He enjoys working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. After being diagnosed officially with ADHD in 2020, Tanner has a passion for supporting and working with clients with ADHD. His primary modalities include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, CBT, and Mindfulness. He continues to receive additional training in other modalities. Tanner believes a client-centered and strength-based approach is crucial in a therapeutic relationship.
Tanner is passionate about school-based mental health and advocates for school-based therapists and social workers. He served on the NASW-Utah Board for two years and currently serves on multiple committees with NASW-UT and SSWAA (School Social Work Association of America. He serves as one of the board members on the School Social Work Association of America Endowment Board. He is presently serving as President of the Utah School Social Work Association.
In his free time, Tanner enjoys spending time with his family, especially his wife, son, and daughter. Tanner loves playing sports, running, doing crafts, organizing, and landscaping.
Contracted with Alpine School District. Limited client availability.
Amanda Ruiz, CSW, earned her master’s in social work from the University of Utah and has experience working with children, teens, and adults. She is bilingual in Englisha and Spanish, allowing her to support a diverse range of clients. Amanda draws from evidence-based approaches including Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also passionate about continuing to grow her therapeutic training, with a focus on incorporating play therapy and sand tray therapy into her work.
Amanda believes that everyone goes through hard times, and sometimes it can feel too difficult to handle alone. She enjoys walking alongside her clients as they discover their strengths, direction, and purpose. She is passionate about helping people reach their goals, find healing, and grow in ways that improve their quality of life. She believes that even though change can be hard, growth is possible when people begin to see themselves as capable of becoming who they want to be.
In her free time, Amanda enjoys dancing, working out, and spending time at the park with her husband and baby girl. She has recently added writing and poetry to her list of hobbies.
Jason Weekes, CSW earned his Bachelor’s in social work from Utah Valley University and then went on to complete his Master’s degree in social work with the same university. As Jason was completing both of his degrees he has been working at Wasatch Behavioral health and has had a focus on teens in crisis and family mental health. He is currently working as a school-based therapist and is contracted into Alpine School District with limited client availability. Jason has a very systems focused approach to support those he works with. He is trained in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. He is also offering table top role play therapy to support in social skills development, emotional regulation development, and introspective development.
Aside from mental health, Jason is also dedicated to his family. He can often be found training his dogs, going on a hike, or relaxing while watching a good movie. He is a major advocate for high school sports as well and supports high school wrestling when he can.
Alexa Lambourne, CSW is a dedicated social worker and crisis worker with a strong background in supporting youth and families through complex challenges. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Family Studies from Utah Valley University and her Master of Social Work from Capella University.
Alexa brings extensive experience working in substance use treatment, residential care settings, crisis intervention, and individuals impacted by gang-related environments. Her approach is rooted in understanding the unique social, emotional, and environmental factors that influence behavior, allowing her to provide compassionate, practical, and effective support in both every day and high-pressure situations.
In addition to her clinical expertise, Alexa is bilingual in German and English, enabling her to connect with a broader range of individuals and families. She is passionate about empowering others, building resilience, and helping clients create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
Kjerstine Spencer, CSW earned both her Bachelor’s degree and Master of Social Work (MSW) from Utah State University. She currently works as a therapist with Wasatch Behavioral Health on the Student-Based Services team within Alpine School District. Kjerstine is passionate about working with teens and youth, supporting them in developing healthy coping skills and empowering them on their journey toward healing and personal growth.
Her therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns, strengthen motivation, and create meaningful, lasting change. Kjerstine incorporates strengths-based practices, focusing on each individual’s unique abilities and resilience to support long-term growth and well-being.
Outside of her professional work, Kjerstine enjoys spending time with her family outdoors, hiking, camping, and biking. She enjoys running and playing pickleball. She loves to learn and read.
Hanna Hopkinson, LCSW, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Utah Valley University and her Master’s degree in Social Work from Boise State University. She currently works as a school-based therapist with Wasatch Behavioral Health in partnership with Alpine School District. Hanna works with children, adolescents, and families and values creating a space where clients feel safe, respected, and able to show up as they are.
Hanna has experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, self-worth, and family conflict. She uses an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s needs, incorporating modalities such as EMDR, ART, DBT, CBT, ACT, mindfulness, play therapy, art therapy, and sand tray therapy. She especially enjoys helping clients identify their personal values and use them as a guide when navigating challenges, building coping skills, and making meaningful changes. Hanna believes that growth often happens through strong therapeutic relationships, increased self-awareness, and practical, applicable tools.
Outside of work, Hanna enjoys gardening, spending time outdoors, attending concerts, traveling, and being with her husband and four children.
Anuhea Ram, LCSW. Anuhea’s name is pronounced Aw-new-hey-uh. She is Native-Hawaiian, born and raised in Kealakekua, Hawaii, and has been living in Utah since 2022. Anuhea earned her degrees – BA in psychology in 2015 and MSW in 2017 – from Pacific University in Oregon. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and families through nonprofit agencies, and school systems. Anuhea utilizes CBT, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-based approaches to engage with clients. She enjoys working with clients individually and in small groups to build social connections, coping skills, and self-esteem. Anuhea is a proud stepmom, twin mom, and cat mom. She also loves traveling, cooking (and eating), digital design, and playing basketball.
Cade Morgan, LCSW, grew up in Orem and has remained in Utah Valley ever since. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Utah Valley University and later completed the Master of Social Work program at the University of Utah.
Cade brings more than 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Prior to becoming a therapist, he spent nearly eight years working in residential treatment with adolescents facing a wide range of challenges, including neurodiversity, trauma, attachment issues, and substance use disorders. Motivated to expand his impact, he returned to school to pursue his clinical education and completed an internship with Alpine School District. Since earning his graduate degree, Cade has continued supporting youth through residential treatment and a mental health day program before returning to the school setting full-time as a School-Based Therapist.
Outside of work, Cade enjoys spending time with his wife and young son. When the weather is nice, he can often be found fishing, skiing, snowboarding, golfing, or taking walks to the park with his family. He also enjoys playing board games and watching television with his wife and friends.
James Clemesha, LCSW, earned his Bachelor’s of Social Work degree from Utah Valley University and his Master’s of Social Work degree from the University of Utah. As a contracted school-based therapist, he enjoys working with children and adolescents by helping them develop confidence, resilience, and healthy coping skills. He supports students’ individual needs while working closely with parents, teachers and administrators. He utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet clients where they are in their growth and healing journey. His clinical work incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, and play and art-based interventions. He strives to create a safe, welcoming space where clients can explore challenges, build strengths, and achieve their goals.
Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He loves playing board games, video games, watching movies, as well as birdwatching and exploring the outdoors.
Brad Matthews, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and bilingual Spanish speaker. He earned his Master of Social Work from California State University, Bakersfield in 2015. Brad is committed to providing compassionate, evidence‑based care and believes strongly in the importance of support, connection, and individualized treatment.
Brad has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across foster care, medical social work, and private practice settings. He supports clients facing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and adjustment‑related challenges such as divorce, separation, relocation, and cultural transitions. He approaches each client with cultural humility, prioritizing curiosity, collaboration, and respect for each client’s lived experience.
His clinical approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), all grounded in a strengths‑based perspective.
Outside of his clinical work, Brad enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, traveling, skateboarding, and connecting with others in Spanish whenever he can.
Lin Stark, LMFT, CMHC, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Mental Health Counselor with more than 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families across psychiatric, medical, and school-based settings. She is passionate about helping children and families navigate mental health challenges while recognizing the important connection between physical, emotional, and relational well-being.
Lin takes a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach to therapy. She believes that effective therapy should be practical, relationship-focused, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Her clinical experience includes working with anxiety, trauma, behavioral concerns, family conflict, complex medical needs, and severe emotional disturbance/severe mental illness. She especially enjoys collaborating with other members of a child’s support system, such as parents and educators, to help students succeed both emotionally and academically.
Lin’s goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where students feel understood, develop practical coping skills, and recognize their own inner strengths.
Outside of work, Lin enjoys crocheting, going on new adventures, and finding ways to make everyday life a little more fun with her husband and sons.
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Emily Villegas, CSW graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies from Brigham Young University. She then earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work at Utah Valley University. She currently works as a school-based therapist with Wasatch Behavioral Health, in partnership with Alpine School District.
Emily loves working with children and adolescents. She has experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, intellectual disabilities, and personality disorders, as well as those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Her primary modalities include CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing.
In her personal life, Emily loves to spend time with her husband and their two dogs. They love to travel, play board games, go to the movies, go paddle boarding, and spend time with family.
Lauren Castro, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and currently works as a School-Based Therapist for Wasatch Behavioral Health in the Alpine School District. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Brigham Young University in 2003 and her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Utah in 2017, with an emphasis in Child Welfare and Mental Health.
Lauren has experience supporting people of all ages through life’s various challenges. Throughout her career, she has worked in hospitals, outpatient medical clinics, schools, private practice, home settings, and day treatment programs. These varied experiences have helped shape Lauren into a thoughtful and well-rounded clinician.
In every setting, Lauren strives to meet people where they are, focusing on their strengths and building strong therapeutic relationships with the clients she serves. She enjoys supporting children, teens, families, and parents who may need help navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, neurodivergence, and other related emotional and behavioral challenges. Lauren tailors her sessions to meet the unique needs of each client, drawing from therapeutic approaches including Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sandtray Therapy, Expressive Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Outside of work, Lauren enjoys reading, cooking, decorating, gardening, watching movies, being outdoors, and making memories with her family and friends. Her favorite places are the beach and visiting family in Georgia as often as possible.