Lauren Smalling

Missouri

Therapist

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Practice at a Glance

SPECIALTIES

Autism +

ADHD

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma + PTSD

Late/recently diagnosed

Burnout

STYLE

Warm

Straight-Forward

Systematic

Reflective

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About

Hi I'm Lauren, and I am here to support you in your life and hope to help you to re-connect with the core of who you are and where you are going. Some of my favorite things in life are sitting with people and getting to know them. During our sessions, I will be listening to you and learning what method of therapy will take you to your goal. Through hopefully enjoyable conversation, you will re-discover your strengths and gain new insights into who you are and who you can become.

Education & Licensure

Master's in Social Work from Louisiana State University; Bachelor's in Social Work from Southeastern Louisiana University

Treatment Approach

What motivated you to specialize in working with autistic adults?

My motivation to work with this population include my grandson who speaks volumes without speaking at all, my Best Buddy from my college years who was more capable than society would give him credit for, and my daughter's friend from martial arts who almost gave up on herself but did not and who will be testing for her black belt soon and inspiring the world.

How do you bring a strengths-based, affirming approach to your client work?

My methods include using evidence-based practices and literature to build a bridge between myself and my clients. I will be learning as much as I possibly can in order to bring something of substance to my clients, something relatable, and something rooted in research. I will implement various therapeutic modalities to ensure that my clients get the appropriate and effective treatment that they deserve.