About Lauren Levy
Focus areas
Anxiety
Childhood Trauma
Psychotherapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Couples Therapy
Stress Management
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Depression
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
EMDR
Attachment-based
Gottman Method
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Lauren Levy
Lauren Levy, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist in California who works with adults seeking greater clarity, healing, and meaningful change in their lives. She specializes in supporting clients navigating trauma, ADHD, grief, and relationship patterns, particularly those who feel stuck in ways they don’t fully understand.
Lauren’s approach is warm, collaborative, and insight-oriented. She helps clients make sense of how past experiences may be shaping their present, while also building practical tools to support day-to-day functioning and emotional well-being. She integrates evidence-based practices such as EMDR for trauma, along with mindfulness, ACT, and strengths-based strategies tailored to each individual.
Before becoming a therapist, Lauren worked in advertising and education, which allows her to connect with young professionals navigating high-pressure environments, identity shifts, and burnout. She offers virtual therapy sessions for clients across California.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Working with me is a collaborative and supportive process. Many of my clients come in feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why certain patterns keep showing up in their lives—whether that’s in relationships, self-criticism, or how they respond to stress. Together, we’ll work to better understand those patterns with curiosity and compassion, rather than judgment.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and flexible. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach, so I tailor our work to what feels most helpful for you. Some sessions may focus more on insight and exploring underlying experiences, while others may be more practical and focused on tools you can use in your daily life—especially for ADHD-related challenges.
Above all, I prioritize creating a space where you feel comfortable being yourself. The therapeutic relationship is a key part of the process, and I aim to meet you with empathy, honesty, and even a bit of humor along the way.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
In our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know you—what’s bringing you in, what you’ve been experiencing, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. This is also a chance for you to get a feel for me and ask any questions, so we can make sure it feels like a good fit.
From there, our work will focus on identifying patterns, building insight, and developing strategies that support meaningful change. Depending on your needs, this may include processing past experiences (including trauma work with EMDR), exploring relationship dynamics, or working on practical skills such as managing overwhelm, organization, and self-criticism.
Sessions are collaborative and paced in a way that feels safe and manageable. Over time, the goal is to help you feel more grounded, self-aware, and empowered in how you navigate your life and relationships.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $195 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $195 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Southern California, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
NPI number
1477115731
How soon can I make an appointment with Lauren Levy?
Generally, Lauren Levy has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Lauren Levy's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Lauren Levy accepting new patients?
Lauren Levy generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Lauren Levy's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Lauren Levy accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Lauren Levy online?
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What practice does Lauren Levy work with?
Lauren Levy works with Wanderfull Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Levy?
Lauren Levy frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Levy on their profile.
What languages does Lauren Levy speak?
Lauren Levy speaks English.