Lauren Wiest Barbian

I’m passionate about helping college students and young professionals who feel lost or as though they are not reaching their potential. Perhaps you are experiencing an unexpected roadblock in your life plan, or aren’t even sure what the plan is anymore. I’ll work with you to uncover any mental blocks that are holding you back, help you address anxiety or depression that might be getting in your way, and work with you to create and implement habits of thought and action that will help you become who you want to be. While I can help clients address a variety of presenting issues, I have special training and experience in working with survivors of trauma. The methods I use to help trauma survivors include EMDR, cognitive processing therapy, and trauma-focused behavioral therapy. I have training in integrating theology into my counseling approach, and am able to incorporate a spiritual perspective in my counseling upon request.