Lauren Shaak, LPC, PA | Psychotherapist

About Lauren Shaak

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Behavioral Problems

Coping Mechanism Development

Alcoholism

Chronic Relapse

Depression

Anxiety

Codependency

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lauren Shaak

My name is Lauren Shaak, and I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania. I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Counseling from Alvernia University. For all client populations, I take a strengths-based, person-centered approach to therapy. I have experience addressing a variety of mental health and substance use disorder issues and have worked with clients across the lifespan in individual, couples, family, and group therapy settings. My approach I most commonly employ person-centered talk therapy to guide the use of other therapeutic approaches and interventions. Motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, and solution-focused brief therapy are tools I use for a range of presenting concerns. Additionally, I enjoy using talk therapy as a pathway to techniques drawn from narrative and existential therapies. My focus I primarily work with adult clients dealing with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorder. I am comfortable addressing diverse issues and committed to ongoing professional development to stay current with clinical best practices. My communication style I believe sessions should feel conversational. I strive to create an environment that is safe, supportive, and welcoming. I also believe it's possible to take a relaxed, lighthearted approach to the serious work of therapy. My journey to mental healthcare For a long time, I worked in a service-based profession that didn't fulfill my desire to provide meaningful value to those I served. As a therapist, I see myself in a service role-offering support, feedback, and guidance tailored to each client's needs. Therapy feels like the best way I can be an asset to people brave enough to recognize the potential for healing and growth that it embodies.

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Popular visit reasons

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Addiction Follow Up

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Pennsylvania

Education and training

Alvernia University, Master's in Clinical Counseling

NPI number

1073393146

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What practice does Lauren Shaak work with?

Lauren Shaak works with Rula Health - Pennsylvania.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lauren Shaak?

Lauren Shaak frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lauren Shaak on their profile.