
Lauren Johnson
(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, as well as every day life stressors.
I believe that we are not defined by our darkest moments or a point in a time, but rather by the ways we choose to overcome them. When you're ready, we'll unpack your history or past traumas, exploring how and why you're currently struggling, embrace difficult emotions, and empower you to make change outside of our sessions. You won't find homework or a specific agenda with no room for conversation, or a cold and rigid presence from me. Although therapy can be hard and bring up many feelings, there will always be time to celebrate your wins and laugh about about the everyday, humorous parts of our lives. My therapy approach is very personalized, authentic, and collaborative. I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced trauma, as well as every day life stressors. I have expertise in areas including anxiety, depression, mood and personality disorders, relational difficulties, parental support, and school concerns. I hope to have the opportunity to support you in your healing and develop meaningful connections.
Practice hours (CST)
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Academic Concerns
- Adoption
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Body Image
- Burnout
- Childhood Abuse
- College and School Placement
- Conflict Resolution
- Depression
- Drug Use
- Family Caregiving Stress
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions
- Loneliness/Isolation
- Panic
- Parenting Concerns
- Peer Difficulties
- Perfectionism
- Performance Anxiety
- Personal Growth
- Personality Disorders
- Physical Assault
- Physical Stress
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy/Loss of Pregnancy
- Relationship Violence/Stalking/Harassment
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
- School Concerns
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Assault
- Sleep Concerns
- Social Anxiety
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma
- Women's Issues
- Work/Life Balance
Age groups
- Children (under 10)
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Special groups
- Adult children of alcoholics
- Body positivity
- Clients from the court/judicial system
- People in the foster care system
- People of color
- People with disabilities
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Assessment/Evaluation
- Couples Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Attachment-Based Therapies
- Behavior Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Training
- Psychoanalysis
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Relational Psychotherapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Brief Psychotherapy
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Remote options
- Voice
- Video
Payment options
$130 — $175per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Illinois
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Illinois
- Documentation provided for patient filling
- In-network insurance
- Single case agreement
- Out-of-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
- Sliding scale
- I offer a free consultation
Payment methods
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Online
Credentials
Licenses
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
State of Illinois
149022423, Illinois
Education
Illinois State University
MSW (Master of Social Work), 2018