About Caitlin Lacy
Focus areas
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Childhood Trauma
Codependency
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Groups
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
EMDR
Somatic
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Trauma Focused
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
BisexualFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx, White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Caitlin Lacy
I support millennial women and cycle-breakers who are ready to heal the patterns they didn’t choose but are determined not to pass down. My practice focuses on trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, and helping you move from survival mode into a life rooted in safety, self-trust, and genuine emotional freedom.
My work integrates EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems (parts-work), and somatic, polyvagal-informed approaches. I specialize in treating trauma, complex PTSD, anxiety, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and burnout — especially among high-achieving, highly empathetic women who have spent years taking care of everyone else first.
You don’t need to “perform” healing here or push through your symptoms. We go at a pace that honors your nervous system and your lived experience. My approach is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and attuned — placing your inner sense of safety above everything else.
Healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about returning to the version of yourself who existed before survival mode took over.
If you’re ready to break generational patterns, stop self-abandoning, and build a life you feel safe living in, I’d be honored to support you.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Therapy with me is a place where you don’t have to hold it all together or explain why something “shouldn’t” feel as hard as it does. We honor your nervous system, not shame it.
My style is:
Trauma-informed & attachment-attuned
Gentle, collaborative, and grounding
Curious, not prescriptive — no fixing or forcing
Rooted in somatic + internal parts work
Focused on long-term emotional transformation, not quick coping tricks
You can expect a therapist who:
Believes you
Sees your survival strategies as intelligent adaptations
Moves at a nervous-system-safe pace
Celebrates your capacity, not your productivity
Helps you build internal safety, not just manage symptoms
I work best with clients who want depth — who are tired of self-help hacks, tired of being strong, and ready to do the real emotional unwinding that leads to genuine independence, grounded boundaries, and sustainable self-worth.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work begins with understanding your story through a nervous system and trauma-informed lens — not asking, “What’s wrong with you?” but rather, “What happened to you, and what did you have to do to survive?”
During our early sessions, we focus on:
Building safety, trust, and internal capacity
Understanding your nervous system patterns
Resourcing and grounding skills tailored to your body and history
Exploring parts of you that carry pain, fear, or protection
As we build a secure therapeutic foundation, we may integrate:
EMDR to process trauma and stuck emotional memories
Internal Family Systems/parts-work to support inner healing
Somatic and mindfulness-based techniques to reconnect with safety in your body
Emotional regulation practices grounded in polyvagal theory
Sessions are collaborative and responsive — not rigid or one-size-fits-all. You lead the pace, and we follow what your system is ready for. My role is to support, attune, and guide you toward lasting internal change, so you can move through life with clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
Caitlin Lacy, SW is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $185 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $185 for 50 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Maryland, Baltimore, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1629699830
How soon can I make an appointment with Caitlin Lacy?
Generally, Caitlin Lacy has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Caitlin Lacy's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Caitlin Lacy accepting new patients?
Caitlin Lacy generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Caitlin Lacy's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Caitlin Lacy accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Caitlin Lacy online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Caitlin Lacy using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Caitlin Lacy work with?
Caitlin Lacy works with Intuitive Healing and Wellness.
What are common reasons for patients to see Caitlin Lacy?
Caitlin Lacy frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Caitlin Lacy on their profile.
What languages does Caitlin Lacy speak?
Caitlin Lacy speaks English.