Lauren Oppenharris, LCSW is a passionate practitioner dedicated to helping children, adolescents, parents and families build resilience, strengthen relationships, and navigate life's challenges with confidence. With more than seven years of experience, Lauren's work is grounded in fostering emotional resilience, healthy attachment, self-awareness and positive family connections. 

 

Lauren specializes in supporting children and teens as they develop healthy coping skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving abilities, and a strong sense of self. She works closely with parents and caregivers to strengthen family relationships, improve communication, establish healthy boundaries and create supportive home environments where children can thrive. 

 

As a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator and Emotionally Focused Therapist, Lauren takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach that combines empathy with practical strategies for growth. She integrates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to meet each client's unique needs. 

 

Lauren believes that meaningful change begins with understanding our experiences, relationships, and patterns of behavior. Through supportive, therapeutic relationships, she helps individuals and families gain insights, build on their strengths, and develop the skills needed to create lasting, positive change.