Hello and welcome to Better Help! My name is Lauren and I am really looking forward to getting to know you and working together. As a licensed professional counselor, I strive to help my clients reach their individual goals in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive environment. I view therapy as a collaborative effort between the therapist and client, in which we partner together to focus on inner healing, explore identity, and develop coping skills to manage life’s stressors effectively. I would describe my style as warm, open, and empowering, and I consider establishing rapport and building trust as the foundation for my therapeutic relationships.
I have a master's degree from Duquesne University, currently reside in the Pittsburgh area, and am licensed to practice counseling in the state of Pennsylvania. My experience over the last seven years includes working as a therapeutic staff support for autistic children, a school counselor in a wide variety of alternative school settings, and an outpatient therapist at a clinic working with children, adolescents, and adults. I currently work with individuals of all ages to help them navigate a wide variety of challenges, including depression, anxiety, grief, daily stress, and difficult life transitions. Using a mind-body integrative approach, I tailor a program that is specific to each client's unique needs, with a focus on exploring the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and actions. I truly consider it a great honor and privilege that my clients trust me to be a part of their journey toward a more balanced and fulfilled life.
You are the guide, and it is my role to empower you to reach your goals so that you can not only survive life’s challenges, but learn to thrive as you enter the next phase of your life. I cannot wait to talk with you more as we move forward, and I am happy to answer any of your questions or concerns at any time. Take care and talk to you soon!
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC009040
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Lauren McCoy. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I respect lauren a great deal. In the short time I have been working with her, I have felt support and guided. She offers a space to feel free to be vulnerable and really encourages self reflection. I would recommend Lauren to anyone who needs support for a variety of challenges. Thank you Lauren!
Written on Jan 19, 2022 after therapy with Lauren for 2 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Lauren shares her own experience with similar situations like I have been going through and make me feel that I am not alone to feel the way I feel. I believe that she likes to help people and very genuine.
Written on Nov 06, 2021 after therapy with Lauren for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Lauren has guided me through therapy in such a gentle, relatable and informed way. She is relatable without being too personal, she makes me feel comfortable and honored, and she remembers details of things that I don't even remember mentioning. She makes me feel smart and like I'm making progress.
Written on May 21, 2021 after therapy with Lauren for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
I have only had two sessions so far with Lauren and she has been amazing. She is so kind, genuine and supportive. I was so hesitant to start with therapy and she makes it truly feel like a safe space. She is compassionate and non judgmental, offering different options to work with you and find what works for the both of you. I love Lauren so far and I can’t wait to continue working with her!
Written on Mar 05, 2021 after therapy with Lauren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
she is extremely helpful. I feel like she listens to my concerns. I would recommend her to people returning or starting therapy
Written on Feb 19, 2021 after therapy with Lauren for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue